Tag: soft tissue tumors

  • Lipoma

    Lipoma Definition and Description of Lipoma A lipoma is a benign tumor made up of adipose (fat) tissue. It is typically soft to the touch, movable, and painless, appearing just below the skin. Lipomas can occur anywhere in the body, but they are most commonly found on the torso, arms, and thighs. Medically, a lipoma…

  • Gardner Syndrome

    Gardner Syndrome Definition and Description of Gardner Syndrome Gardner Syndrome is a genetic disorder that is classified as a type of familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). It is characterized by the presence of multiple colorectal adenomatous polyps, which have a high risk of progressing to colorectal cancer if left untreated. Besides polyps, individuals may experience soft…

  • Ewing’s Family of Tumors

    Ewing’s Family of Tumors Definition and Description of Ewing’s Family of Tumors Ewing’s Family of Tumors (EFT) refers to a group of rare and aggressive tumors that primarily affect the bones or the soft tissue surrounding them. These tumors are most common in adolescents and young adults, typically between the ages of 10 and 20.…