Abstract
Benign lesions comprise a majority of soft tissue tumors. It has been estimated that their incidence outnumbers that of malignant tumors by a factor of at least 100 [1]. While history and physical examination can start the diagnostic process, imaging including the use of magnetic resonance imaging can be more helpful. Biopsy of these tumors is sometimes necessary and can be performed in a number of ways, often in conjunction with definitive treatment. Specific diagnostic and treatment strategies for a number of the more commonly encountered benign soft tissue tumors including lipomas, pigmented villonodular synovitis and hemangiomas are reviewed. An algorithm for the management of benign soft tissue tumors is discussed.
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Erwteman, A.S., Balach, T. (2014). Clinical Evaluation and Management of Benign Soft Tissue Tumors of the Extremities. In: Peabody, T., Attar, S. (eds) Orthopaedic Oncology. Cancer Treatment and Research, vol 162. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-07323-1_9
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