Treatment of Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcomas [Hardcover]

Bone and soft tissue sarcomas represent only about 2% of all malignancies; however, their treatment  with the goal of curing the patient while preserving the functionality of the affected body part  can, unlike other malignancies, only be successful with therapy concepts devised by interdisciplinary teams. This volume provides an extensive up-to-date overview of the specific diagnostics and current treatment standards of these rare entities, presenting the various limb-sparing modalities for patients with bone and soft tissue sarcomas with special regard to innovative reconstructive options. The evaluation of quality of life based on validated scores and the individual methods of coping with the illness through creative artistic projects are also acknowledged and integrated in the whole concept.

Bone and soft tissue sarcomas represent two percent of all malignancies, but their treatment requires a multidisciplinary approach. This book offers an up-to-date overview of the specific diagnostic and treatment standards for these rare entities.

Bone and soft tissue sarcomas represent only about 2% of all malignancies; however, their treatment  with the goal of curing the patient while preserving the functionality of the affected body part  can, unlike other malignancies, only be successful with therapy concepts devised by interdisciplinary teams. This volume provides an extensive up-to-date overview of the specific diagnostics and current treatment standards of these rare entities, presenting the various limb-sparing modalities for patients with bone and soft tissue sarcomas with special regard to innovative reconstructive options. The evaluation of quality of life based on validated scores and the individual methods of coping with the illness through creative artistic projects are also acknowledged and integrated in the whole concept.