Sarcoma is a type of cancer that affects the body’s connective tissues, such as muscle, bone, fat, and blood vessels. It can occur in any part of the body and is divided into two main types: soft tissue sarcoma and bone sarcoma. Of the two, soft tissue sarcoma is the most aggressive form of sarcoma.
Soft tissue sarcoma is a rare cancer of the soft tissues, such as muscle, fat, fibrous tissue, blood vessels, and other connective tissues. It is usually found in the arms or legs, but can occur in other parts of the body, such as the abdomen, chest, and neck. It is more common in men and typically affects adults between the ages of 30 and 60.
Soft tissue sarcoma is typically fast growing and can spread to other parts of the body, such as the lungs or liver. It is also resistant to many traditional treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Surgery is usually the first line of treatment for soft tissue sarcoma, followed by radiation and/or chemotherapy. Immunotherapy and targeted therapies are also increasingly being used to treat this aggressive form of cancer.
Overall, soft tissue sarcoma is the most aggressive form of sarcoma. It is fast-growing and can spread to other parts of the body, making it difficult to treat. However, advances in treatments, such as surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies, have improved outcomes for those diagnosed with this type of cancer.