What Is Epithelioid Sarcoma?
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Epithelioid Sarcoma
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Epithelioid sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that usually begins as a slow-growing, firm lump in the deep soft tissue or skin of the arms, hands, or fingers. It may also occur in the legs, trunk (chest and abdomen), or head and neck. It is a type of soft tissue sarcoma.
Intermediate magnification micrograph of an epithelioid sarcoma, proximal subtype
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Very high magnification micrograph of an epithelioid sarcoma, proximal subtype
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Diagram of cross-sectional appearance of epithelial breaching mucosal lesions: erosion, excoriation and ulcer.
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Idiopathic - Unknown
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An illustration depicting the skin punch biopsy.
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Surgery
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Illustration of rare disease incidence
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