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Main subtypes
- Liposarcoma: Arises from fat.
- Leiomyosarcoma: Smooth muscle origin.
- GIST: Targeted drug responsive.
Early signs
- Painless growing lump
- Nerve-pressing pain
- Limb swelling
- Abdominal bloating
- Blood in stool
- Weight loss
Who is at risk
- Prior radiation
- NF1 syndrome
- Chemical exposure
- Chronic lymphedema
- Older age
Stages
| Stage | Meaning | Approach | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Cells not yet invasive. | Surgery alone. | Nearly all cured. |
| 1 | Small tumour in muscle, fat, nerves, no nodes. | Surgery, sometimes adjuvant therapy. | Very good. |
| 2 | Larger tumour or few nodes. | Surgery + chemo ± radiation. | Good. Aim is cure. |
| 3 | Many nodes or local spread. | Chemo first, then surgery + radiation. | Long remissions possible. |
| 4 | Spread to distant organs. | Long-term drug therapy. | Controlled for years. |
Cost in India
| Treatment | Cost (INR) | Sessions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemotherapy | ₹1.5–4 lakh | 6–8 | 4–5 months |
| Targeted therapy | ₹4–12 lakh | 12–18 | 6–12 months |
| Immunotherapy | ₹8–20 lakh | Variable | 6–12 months |
| Hormonal therapy | ₹1,500–6,000/mo | Oral | 5–10 years |
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