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What is the main focus of the lecture on Soft Tissue Masses I & II?
What is the main focus of the lecture on Soft Tissue Masses I & II?
- Rationale for biopsy of soft tissue masses
- Techniques for soft tissue mass excision
- Knowledge of common soft tissue masses affecting the lower extremity (correct)
- Imaging characteristics of soft tissue masses
Why is a proper diagnosis crucial for the successful management of any tumor?
Why is a proper diagnosis crucial for the successful management of any tumor?
- To determine the age of the lesion
- To decide on the incision technique for biopsy
- To tailor treatment based on the type of tumor (correct)
- To identify the growth rate of the lesion
What should be considered before initiating treatment for a soft tissue mass?
What should be considered before initiating treatment for a soft tissue mass?
- The color and texture of the skin over the mass
- Whether the mass is composed of malignant cells
- The patient's age and gender
- The size and location of the tumor (correct)
Which aspect is emphasized in the historical questions asked during the patient's first presentation?
Which aspect is emphasized in the historical questions asked during the patient's first presentation?
What factor plays a crucial role in determining the appropriate treatment for a soft tissue mass?
What factor plays a crucial role in determining the appropriate treatment for a soft tissue mass?
Why does the type of soft tissue mass need to be diagnosed before initiating treatment?
Why does the type of soft tissue mass need to be diagnosed before initiating treatment?
What is the advantage of utilizing Dual Energy CT in imaging soft tissue masses?
What is the advantage of utilizing Dual Energy CT in imaging soft tissue masses?
In the MRI/CT imaging planes, what do MRI and CT utilize to capture images of the anatomy?
In the MRI/CT imaging planes, what do MRI and CT utilize to capture images of the anatomy?
What is a characteristic feature of Ledderhose disease (palmar fibromatosis) when viewed in the transverse plane using MRI/CT imaging?
What is a characteristic feature of Ledderhose disease (palmar fibromatosis) when viewed in the transverse plane using MRI/CT imaging?
What type of contrast media is generally used to enhance soft tissue detail in the T1 phase of MRI?
What type of contrast media is generally used to enhance soft tissue detail in the T1 phase of MRI?
Which technology is known for taking CT scans at 80 kVp and then again at 140 kVp to distinguish gouty tophi from other soft tissue masses?
Which technology is known for taking CT scans at 80 kVp and then again at 140 kVp to distinguish gouty tophi from other soft tissue masses?
How can knowledge of the exact location of a mass prior to MRI exams impact the imaging process?
How can knowledge of the exact location of a mass prior to MRI exams impact the imaging process?
What is the main function of the organ discussed in the text?
What is the main function of the organ discussed in the text?
At what age range does the glomus tumor commonly appear?
At what age range does the glomus tumor commonly appear?
Which clinical examination technique involves applying pressure to specific parts of the nail plate to elicit intense pain over a suspected mass?
Which clinical examination technique involves applying pressure to specific parts of the nail plate to elicit intense pain over a suspected mass?
What is the purpose of applying a tourniquet to the toe in the Hildreth’s sign examination?
What is the purpose of applying a tourniquet to the toe in the Hildreth’s sign examination?
Why are plain film imaging studies considered nondiagnostic for glomus tumors?
Why are plain film imaging studies considered nondiagnostic for glomus tumors?
What is the recommended treatment for symptomatic glomus tumors?
What is the recommended treatment for symptomatic glomus tumors?
What is the most common location for Synovial Sarcoma?
What is the most common location for Synovial Sarcoma?
Which factor is NOT associated with a worse prognosis in Synovial Sarcoma patients?
Which factor is NOT associated with a worse prognosis in Synovial Sarcoma patients?
What imaging technique may show homogenous slight hyperintensity in Clear Cell Sarcoma?
What imaging technique may show homogenous slight hyperintensity in Clear Cell Sarcoma?
Which treatment option is NOT recommended for Synovial Sarcoma?
Which treatment option is NOT recommended for Synovial Sarcoma?
What is a common clinical feature of Clear Cell Sarcoma?
What is a common clinical feature of Clear Cell Sarcoma?
What percentage of all soft tissue sarcomas are represented by Synovial Sarcoma?
What percentage of all soft tissue sarcomas are represented by Synovial Sarcoma?
What is the 'gold standard' for the diagnosis of soft tissue tumors?
What is the 'gold standard' for the diagnosis of soft tissue tumors?
When should excisional biopsies be avoided?
When should excisional biopsies be avoided?
What is a risk associated with incisional biopsies?
What is a risk associated with incisional biopsies?
Which type of biopsy involves aspiration of fluid contents from a cystic lesion?
Which type of biopsy involves aspiration of fluid contents from a cystic lesion?
What is a key advantage of using frozen sections for biopsies?
What is a key advantage of using frozen sections for biopsies?
In which scenario would a core needle biopsy be preferred over a fine needle biopsy?
In which scenario would a core needle biopsy be preferred over a fine needle biopsy?
Why are biopsies performed off-site discouraged?
Why are biopsies performed off-site discouraged?
What is the key reason for maintaining hemostasis during a biopsy procedure?
What is the key reason for maintaining hemostasis during a biopsy procedure?
"Multiple samples often needed" is a characteristic of which type of biopsy?
"Multiple samples often needed" is a characteristic of which type of biopsy?
"Avoid neurovascular anatomy" is a rule associated with which type of biopsy?
"Avoid neurovascular anatomy" is a rule associated with which type of biopsy?
