Leiomyosarcoma of Vascular Origin

Leiomyosarcoma of Vascular Origin

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAJul 15, 2020

The topic Leiomyosarcoma of Vascular Origin you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Leiomyosarcoma of Blood Vessel.

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  • Leiomyosarcoma (LMS) is a rare type of connective tissue cancer, accounting for 5-10% of all soft tissue sarcomas (a type of cancer)
  • It was once believed that leiomyosarcomas originated from small, benign, smooth muscle tumors, known as leiomyomas. The occurrence of a malignant tumor from a leiomyoma is now believed to be extremely rare
  • Leiomyosarcoma occurs in the muscles that are not voluntarily controlled, known as smooth muscles. Due to the bounty of smooth muscle throughout the body, any individual is susceptible to LMS, although the elderly are more prone to the condition
  • There are currently no established risk factors, causes, or preventive methods for Leiomyosarcoma of Blood Vessel
  • These cancers appear as painless growth in the blood vessels and the signs and symptoms also depend upon the tumor location. The complications for Leiomyosarcoma of Blood Vessel are dependent upon the stage of the cancer along with the method of treatment
  • Treatment for the condition is mainly through surgery and supplementary treatments. The prognosis of Leiomyosarcoma of Blood Vessel depends on the cancer stage

Please find comprehensive information on Leiomyosarcoma of Blood Vessel regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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