What does “soft tissue” mean?
Sarcomas start in tissues called connective tissues. Connective tissue include bones, cartilage, muscles, nerves, fat, blood and lymph vessels, tendons, ligaments, and skin. “Soft tissue” means the sarcoma started in a connective tissue other than bone or cartilage.

Can you give me a general overview of sarcoma?
About Sarcoma - Sarcoma Foundation of America

Are all soft tissue sarcomas the same or are there different types?
What is sarcoma – American Cancer Society
Types – Cancer Research UK

I have just been diagnosed with soft tissue sarcoma. Do you have any tips on what I need to do?
Suggestions For Those Newly Diagnosed With Sarcoma Cancer - Amschwand Sarcoma Cancer Foundation
What Should You Ask Your Doctor About Soft Tissue Sarcomas? - ACS

Where is the first place I should look for treatment information?
Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Treatment – NCI/PDQ®

Is surgery enough? Or will I need chemotherapy too? How is treatment decided?
When all the tests, Xrays, and biopsies are completed, the results should be considered by a panel of specialists in sarcoma treatment. For small, low grade tumors, treatment may involve surgery alone. Whereas large, high grade tumors may need radiation, surgery and chemotherapy for adequate treatment. Each patient is unique so treatment should be individually designed. The necessary surgery, radiation and chemotherapy differ in extent, timing, and combination for each tumor being treated.

What can you tell me about chemotherapy used to treat soft-tissue sarcomas?
Chemotherapy – ACS

Do you have a list of websites, books, and other resources on sarcomas?
Information Finder on Sarcomas

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