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This 30-year study of soft tissue sarcoma highlights site-specific outcomes and histology

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    • Radiation therapy can reduce local recurrence but requires balancing against side effects; chemotherapy shows limited benefit.

    Conclusions:

    • Soft tissue sarcoma outcomes are highly dependent on tumor histology and location.
    • Databases are invaluable for understanding sarcoma biology, incidence, and patient outcomes.
    • Limb preservation and radiation therapy are important treatment considerations, while chemotherapy efficacy remains limited.