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Soft tissue sarcomas represent a rare heterogeneous group of mesenchymal tumors that occur predominantly in adults. The group includes a wide variety of histological subtypes with leiomyosarcoma and liposarcoma being the most common subtypes. Most common location includes limbs followed by abdomen and thorax. This chapter describes the practical aspects, including clinical examination, workup, and treatment of soft tissue sarcomas. Important practical points in brachytherapy planning of soft tissue sarcoma are described in the brachytherapy session. |
