Clinical features of soft tissue sarcoma presenting intra-tumour haematoma: case series and review of the literature

Abstract

Soft tissue sarcomas with intra-tumour haematoma presented with locally aggressive and highly metastatic behavior, consistent with high-grade tumours.

Extremity Soft Tissue Sarcoma Mimicking Traumatic Intramuscular Hematoma: A Case Report and Review of The Literature

“…Almost 45% of the soft tissue sarcoma appears adjacent to the long bone of the extremities, especially in the lower limb [1]. However, few people know that soft tissue sarcoma occasionally accompanies large hematoma [2]. In certain situation, soft tissue sarcoma may be initially misdiagnosed as deep intramuscular hematoma.…”

“…The management of large intramuscular hematoma in the extremities is sometimes difficult, especially when there is no clear etiology. It can be spontaneous or secondary to trauma, bleeding disorders, tumor, or recent surgery in clinical practice [1,2]. Patients usually complain pain, swelling, and frequent ecchymosis over the involved area after trauma.…”