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Neoplasm of gastric submucosa

Last edited: 4/14/2026

Overview

Neoplasm of the gastric submucosa typically refers to lesions such as early-stage gastric cancers or benign tumors like carcinoids and adenomyomas, often managed via endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for precise removal.

Diagnosis

  • Endoscopic visualization to identify submucosal lesions 4.
  • Biopsy confirmation through endoscopic biopsy samples 4.
  • Imaging studies (e.g., CT, MRI) to assess extent and invasion 4.
  • Specific markers or pathology tests for differentiating between benign (e.g., carcinoid, adenomyoma) and malignant tumors 67.
  • Management

  • Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD): Primary treatment method for precise removal 14.
  • Sedation Techniques:
  • - Propofol-based Sedation: Effective for sedation during ESD, with careful monitoring to avoid adverse effects 12. - Dexmedetomidine with On-Demand Midazolam: Offers safety and efficacy, particularly in achieving adequate sedation levels 3.
  • Monitoring: Use of bispectral index (BIS) monitoring to optimize propofol dosing and enhance safety 25.
  • Special Populations

  • Elderly Patients: Require lower propofol concentrations and may benefit from propofol target-controlled infusion (TCI) with BIS monitoring to minimize adverse events 2.
  • Comorbidities: Specific considerations for hemodynamic stability and respiratory function during sedation are crucial 123.
  • Key Recommendations

  • Utilize endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) as the primary treatment modality for gastric submucosal neoplasms to ensure precise removal 4 (Evidence: Strong).
  • Employ propofol-based sedation with advanced monitoring techniques such as BIS for elderly patients to optimize safety and efficacy 25 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • Consider dexmedetomidine combined with on-demand midazolam for achieving satisfactory sedation levels during ESD procedures 3 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • Monitor for and manage potential complications like perforation and bleeding closely, especially in early ESD practitioners 4 (Evidence: Weak).
  • Tailor sedation dosing based on patient age and comorbidities to minimize adverse effects 23 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • References

    1 Yurtlu DA, Aslan F, Ayvat P, Isik Y, Karakus N, Ünsal B et al.. Propofol-Based Sedation Versus General Anesthesia for Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection. Medicine 2016. link 2 Gotoda T, Okada H, Hori K, Kawahara Y, Iwamuro M, Abe M et al.. Propofol sedation with a target-controlled infusion pump and bispectral index monitoring system in elderly patients during a complex upper endoscopy procedure. Gastrointestinal endoscopy 2016. link 3 Lee SP, Sung IK, Kim JH, Lee SY, Park HS, Shim CS et al.. Comparison of dexmedetomidine with on-demand midazolam versus midazolam alone for procedural sedation during endoscopic submucosal dissection of gastric tumor. Journal of digestive diseases 2015. link 4 Teoh AY, Chiu PW, Wong SK, Sung JJ, Lau JY, Ng EK. Difficulties and outcomes in starting endoscopic submucosal dissection. Surgical endoscopy 2010. link 5 Imagawa A, Fujiki S, Kawahara Y, Matsushita H, Ota S, Tomoda T et al.. Satisfaction with bispectral index monitoring of propofol-mediated sedation during endoscopic submucosal dissection: a prospective, randomized study. Endoscopy 2008. link 6 Nores JM, Dalayeun JF, Remy JM, Nenna AD. Gastric carcinoid tumour and parathyroid adenoma. Gut 1988. link 7 Stewart TW, Mills LR. Adenomyoma of the stomach. Southern medical journal 1984. link

    Original source

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      Propofol-Based Sedation Versus General Anesthesia for Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection.Yurtlu DA, Aslan F, Ayvat P, Isik Y, Karakus N, Ünsal B et al. Medicine (2016)
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      Difficulties and outcomes in starting endoscopic submucosal dissection.Teoh AY, Chiu PW, Wong SK, Sung JJ, Lau JY, Ng EK Surgical endoscopy (2010)
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      Gastric carcinoid tumour and parathyroid adenoma.Nores JM, Dalayeun JF, Remy JM, Nenna AD Gut (1988)
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      Adenomyoma of the stomach.Stewart TW, Mills LR Southern medical journal (1984)

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