Diagnostik und operative Therapie von Weichteilsarkomen der Extremitäten
摘要
Soft tissue sarcomas are rare, heterogeneous tumors predominantly located in the extremities. Diagnostic work-up includes contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and usually a biopsy that should be performed at the center responsible for definitive resection. The primary therapeutic goal is wide resection of the tumor (R0 resection), as positive margins (R1 or R2 resections) are associated with increased recurrence and mortality. Due to interdisciplinary treatment approaches, in most cases, limb-sparing surgery is possible. Most patients receive neoadjuvant or adjuvant radiotherapy. Depending on the type of tumor, neoadjuvant or adjuvant chemotherapy is carried out. Isolated limb perfusion may be considered in selected cases. Management should be centralized in sarcoma centers, as this significantly improves survival. Structured follow-up is essential to detect local recurrences or metastases early.