CLINICAL MEDICINE

Detailed explanation-1: -Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the imaging method with the best soft tissue contrast, provides multiplanar capability, and lacks ionizing radiation; thus, MRI has emerged as the preferred modality for evaluating soft tissue masses.

Detailed explanation-2: -MRI scans are often part of the work-up of any tumor that could be a sarcoma. They’re often better than CT scans in evaluating sarcomas in the arms or legs. MRI provides a good picture of the extent of the tumor.

Detailed explanation-3: -Radiographs may give information about skeletal deformity masquerading as a soft tissue mass or soft tissue mineralization that may be suggestive, and at times characteristic, of a specific diagnosis. Extrinsic bone erosion, cortical destruction or periosteal reaction is well revealed on plain radiographs (Fig.

Detailed explanation-4: -Wide excision involves removing the tumor as well as a cuff of normal tissue surrounding the mass. This is the preferred treatment for locally aggressive tumors and sarcomas.