Malignant tumors of mesenchymal origin; >50 histological subtypes. Enneking staging: based on grade (low/high), compartment (intra/extra), metastasis (I–III). Presentation: painless enlarging mass, often deep to fascia. MRI is imaging of choice; biopsy planned along resection line. Treatment: wide surgical excision ± radiotherapy; chemo for select subtypes.
Which of the following is the most common subtype of soft tissue sarcoma in adults?
According to the Enneking staging system, which stage represents a high-grade soft tissue sarcoma that is confined within one compartment?
What is the primary imaging modality of choice for evaluating soft tissue sarcomas?
Which of the following describes the 'lump rule' for soft tissue masses?
What is the primary treatment modality for localized soft tissue sarcoma?
What is the local recurrence risk associated with intralesional excision of a soft tissue sarcoma?
Which of the following factors does NOT influence the surgical margin required for resection of a soft tissue sarcoma?
In the Enneking staging system, what does 'T2' indicate?
Which of the following soft tissue sarcomas is most likely to metastasize to lymph nodes?
What is the most common surgical error in the management of soft tissue sarcoma?
