Sarcoma
Department of Sarcoma
Sarcoma is a type of cancer that can occur in various locations in your body.
Sarcoma is the general term for a broad group of cancers that begin in the bones and in the soft (also called connective) tissues (soft tissue sarcoma). Soft tissue sarcoma forms in the tissues that connect, support and surround other body structures. This includes muscle, fat, blood vessels, nerves, tendons and the lining of your joints.
There are more than 70 types of sarcoma. Treatment for sarcoma varies depending on sarcoma type, location and other factors.
Types
1.Soft Tissue Sarcomas: Arise in muscles, fat, tendons, or other soft tissues. Liposarcoma, Leiomyosarcoma, and Synovial Sarcoma are examples.
2.Bone Sarcomas: Develop in bones. Osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma are common bone sarcomas.
Diagnosis
1.Biopsy: Removal and analysis of soft tissue or bone sample.
2.Imaging Tests: CT, MRI, or PET scans to visualize tumor size and location.
Treatment
1.Surgery: Removal of the tumor and surrounding tissues.
2.Radiation Therapy: High-energy rays targeting cancer cells.
3.Chemotherapy: Drugs to inhibit or kill cancer cells.
4.Targeted Therapy: Drugs targeting specific molecular features.
Sarcoma Overview
- Surgery Time 1-6 hours
- Stay in the country 2-4 weeks
- Rehabilitation Duration 4-8 weeks
- Price 10.000€ - 30.000€
- Diagnosis: Imaging (CT, MRI) and biopsy to assess the tumor.
- Pre-Surgery: Pre-operative tests and planning.
- Surgery: Tumor removal under general anesthesia.
- Post-Surgery: Hospital stay for 1 to 2 weeks.
- Rehabilitation: Recovery with wound care and physical therapy.
- Follow-Up: Regular appointments to monitor recovery and check for recurrence.
