Exam 27: Bone, Cartilage, and Soft Tissue Sarcomas

In which anatomical location are primary bone lesions most common?

In which anatomical location are STSs most common?

It is important when treating an extremity for STS to have a strip of unirradiated tissue near the treatment volume to _______________________. I.maintain some lymphatic function II.avoid increased fracture possibilities III.avoid circumferential fibrosis

Which of the following bone malignancies has the highest incidence?

Most STSs generally spread through _________________. I.the lymphatic system II.direct invasion and extension III.hematogenous spread

Treatment for malignant fibrous histiocytoma involves which of the following? I.Radiation therapy II.Surgery III.Chemotherapy

The main shaft of a typical long bone is termed the __________.

In which anatomical location are metastatic bone lesions most common?

Treatment for multiple myeloma involves which of the following? I.Radiation therapy II.Surgery III.Chemotherapy

Bone scans are used to evaluate which of the following?