Submucosal Tumours of the Stomach

Benign tumours of the stomach arising from the tissues beneath the lining, with smooth outlines, sometimes ulcerating and causing bleeding, and found by chance during endoscopy.

Prof. Ali Tüzün İnce, MD Last updated 31 July 2026 1 min read

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These are benign tumours of the stomach arising from the tissues beneath the lining (submucosal), with smooth outlines, which can sometimes ulcerate and cause bleeding, and which are found by chance during endoscopic examination.

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Prof. Ali Tüzün İnce, MD — Kadıköy Endoscopy Center archive

Prof. Ali Tüzün İnce, MD — https://www.alituzunince.com/en/atlas/submucosal-tumours-of-the-stomach/