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Angiosarcoma

Angiosarcoma is a type of cancer that involves the inner lining of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels. It can form in any part of the body's blood vessels. Sometimes it is a complication from ionizing radiation given for treating cancer. Depending on where the angiosarcoma is located, one may do surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy.

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What are the treatment options for stage 3 angiosarcoma?

Query: Hi doctor, My mum has angiosarcoma in the leg. Amputation would be the only option. But she is not a suitable candidate for surgery. Will radiotherapy help in this condition? Please suggest.  Read Full »


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Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.The usual treatment for angiosarcoma is the removal of the cancerous tumor by surgery. However, in those patients who are unfit for surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are alternatives. Radiotherapy involves the use of radiations to dissolve the tumor and chemotherapy in...  Read Full »

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