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Soft tissue sarcomas in adults

Year: 1994

Type: article

Abstract: Soft tissue sarcomas are relatively rare in adults, accounting for less than one percent of newly diagnosed cancers in the United States each year. However, increased physician awareness of these tumors may lead to earlier diagnosis and improved results. The five-year survival rate has been increasing, and treatment using a combination of modalities has significantly reduced the number of amputations performed. This article reviews the clinical presentation, diagnosis, pathology, and treatment of soft tissue sarcomas in adults.

Source: CA A Cancer Journal for Clinicians

DOI: 10.3322/canjclin.44.4.200

Authors: C. P. Karakousis, R. P. Perez

Institution: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Language: English

Topic: Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $4,330