Bone and soft tissue cancers, also known as sarcomas, are rare cancers that develop in the body's supportive tissues, such as bones, muscles, cartilage, and soft tissues. They can occur in almost any part of the body,but are most often found in the extremities or deep tissues of the abdomen. Sarcomas can spread to other parts of the body and organs.
| Type of cancer | Symptoms |
|---|---|
| Soft tissue sarcoma | A painless lump or swelling in the arms, legs, chest, or abdomen |
| Bone sarcoma | Pain and/or swelling in the arms, legs, trunk, pelvis, or back |
| Bone cancer | Bone pain, swelling, tenderness, weakened bone, fatigue, and weight loss |
Treatment options for bone and soft tissue cancers include:
- Surgery: Removing the tumor with a wide margin around it
- Chemotherapy: Often used in combination with other therapies
- Radiation therapy: Can include proton therapy, which uses high-intensity proton beams to destroy cancerous cells
- Radiofrequency ablation: A minimally invasive treatment for some bone tumors
