Forequarter amputation post transarterial chemoembolization and radiation in synovial sarcoma: A case report

Abstract

Highlights Forequarter Amputation is a safe and feasible option for patients with soft tissue malignancy like synovial sarcoma. Forequarter Amputation has a beneficial impact on the patient’s psychological and functional integrity. Transarterial Chemoembolization and radiotherapy can be the treatment option for the patient with malignant bleeding. TACE and radiotherapy are effective in controlling the pre-operative and intraoperative bleeding of forequarter amputation. The TACE procedure aimed to control bleeding, strengthen local surgical control and decrease the morbidity of wide excisions.