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We discuss the case of a female patient, hospitalized in our clinic for pain in the right hypochondrium and in the lower part of the right hemithorax, following a thoracic trauma. Conventional and Sonovue contrast abdominal ultrasound revealed numerous hepatic tumours, while upper digestive endoscopy confirmed the existence of exulcerated gastric tumours. Endoscopy and CT scan helped in staging the tumour, while histopathological examination and immunophenotyping established the final diagnosis: GIST. After 3-months of daily treatment with Glivec 400 mg, we observed the regression of the tumoural diameter. This case is relevant for the diagnosis of a particular type of gastric tumour using modern imaging techniques and highlights the progress made in the GIST treatment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Pancreatic localization of hydatid cyst is uncommon. We report a case of a 49-year-old woman who presented with abdominal discomfort, nausea and vomiting. The diagnosis of pancreatic cyst with splenomegaly and portal hypertension was supported on ultrasound, CT-scan and endoscopic ultrasound. Surgical treatment confirmed the hydatid cyst, and included distal pancreatectomy and splenectomy. The recovery was uneventful and the patient remained symptoms free. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]