Radiation-induced Fibrosarcoma

Authors:
  • NGN F C Gane
    N F C Gane
  • RLRhona Lindup
    Rhona Lindup
  • PSP Strickland
    P Strickland
  • MBM H Bennett
    M H Bennett
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Abstract
Six cases of fibrosarcoma arising in previously irradiated tissues are reported, out of a total of 220 cases of fibrosarcoma treated at Mount Vernon Hospital during the last 23 years. This rare occurrence may follow at any interval from 3 to 38 years after irradiation, usually after high dosage. Four of our six cases are known to have died of the disease. The literature regarding radiation-induced fibrosarcoma is reviewed and it is suggested that adequate excision or amputation may be curative, if undertaken early enough.