Malignant Bone and Soft Tissue Lesions of the Foot

Overview

Journal J Clin Med

Specialty General Medicine

Date 2023 Apr 28

PMID 37109375

Authors

Andrea Angelini

Carlo Biz

Mariachiara Cerchiaro

Valentina Longhi

Pietro Ruggieri

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Abstract

Malignant tumors of the foot are rare pathologies that can involve the skin, soft tissue, or bone. Due to their rarity, they are often misdiagnosed, resulting in inadequate excision and poor outcomes. A correct approach with a careful examination and radiological study, followed by a properly performed biopsy, is thus mandatory to avoid these pitfalls. The present article reviews the most common malignant bone and soft tissue lesions of the foot region, discussing their clinicopathological presentation, imaging features, and current concepts in treatment.

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