[Resectability of malignant soft tissue tumors. Retrospective analysis of patients in the CWS 86 study]

A retrospective analysis of patients in the CWS-86 study with regard to the primary resectability of malignant soft tissue tumours was carried out. The aim was to find out how the topographical region, tumour size, histology and experience of the surgeon determined whether the tumour was primarily resectable. The survival rate, local relapse and metastatic rate were the end points of assessment. Although the number of patients in the groups was small, there was some suggestion that the topographical site of the primary tumour was a prognostic factor. The results showed that with regard to the resectability of the primary tumour and prognosis, it is possible to separate high and low risk regions. This initial classification could influence the therapeutic strategy.