Sarcomas are rare tumours that arise from cells that make up connective tissue such as bone, cartilage, blood vessels, muscle, fatty tissue and nerves.
We work closely with colleagues at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (ROH) and the Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (BWC), and frequently undertake joint procedures.
Our whole team will be involved in the care of our patients, from the first consultation, through investigations, to treatment, rehabilitation and follow-up.
We have a large team of doctors, specialist nurses, physiotherapists, dieticians and occupational therapists caring for patients.
What is sarcoma?
Sarcomas are tumours that arise from cells that make up connective tissue such as bone, cartilage, blood vessels, muscle, fatty tissue and nerves. They can develop at any site in the body and there are many different types of sarcoma.
The causes of most sarcomas are unknown but are very occasionally hereditary.
Despite the many different sub-types of sarcoma, the general pattern of treatment is similar. Surgery is commonly viewed as the best option. Chemotherapy may be used if the type of sarcoma is known to be responsive, and there are circumstances when radiotherapy may offer benefits.
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Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham
Mindelsohn Way
Edgbaston
Birmingham, B15 2GW
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Last reviewed: 25 March 2024