Endoscopic resection of a gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumor without perforation using a detachable snare.

Resection of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) by endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) has recently been reported [1] [2]. However, when endoscopic resection is performed, a full-layer resection of the gastric wall is often necessary, and extensive suturing is required if perforation occurs. We report the case of a patient with a GIST that was completely resected safely and easily without perforation using the ESD technique in combination with a detachable snare.