Limb Sarcomas
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Sarcomas of the extremities are a type of rare tumor that develops in the soft tissues or in the bone of the arms and legs, such as muscles, fat, vessels, or supporting tissue.
What may be noticed: the appearance of a lump or mass that grows, sometimes painless at first, and swelling or discomfort in the affected area.
When to pay attention? It is advisable to have any lump that increases in size or does not go away over time checked.
Specialists involved: its management requires a coordinated team; the radiation oncologist and the radiation therapist take part in the assessment of radiation treatments within that comprehensive plan. If you detect a persistent mass in a limb, it is advisable to have a professional examine it to guide the next steps.
Data on 17 doctors who treat limb sarcomas
Which specialist treats limb sarcomas?
Sarcomas of the limbs should be evaluated by a Radiation Oncologist, a specialist in treating cancer with radiation therapy. See this specialist if you have a sarcoma diagnosis in an arm or leg. You can book an appointment for an evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in limb sarcomas
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Dharely Raquel Cid Sanchez
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Adriana Domínguez Ayala
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Lorena Ibañez
Dr. Jetzabel Ortiz
Frequently asked questions
What is limb sarcomas?
Sarcomas of the extremities are a type of rare tumor that develops in the soft tissues or in the bone of the arms and legs, such as muscles, fat, vessels, or supporting tissue.
Which doctor treats limb sarcomas?
Sarcomas of the limbs should be evaluated by a Radiation Oncologist, a specialist in treating cancer with radiation therapy. See this specialist if you have a sarcoma diagnosis in an arm or leg. You can book an appointment for an evaluation.