Explore the World of Tumor Surgery
Welcome to Tumor Surgery Network
Dive into a specialized collection of insights and advancements in tumor surgery and orthopedics, curated for medical professionals and enthusiasts.
Explore Our Medical Video Collection
Navigate by Medical Specialty
Tumor Surgery Techniques
Orthopedic Innovations
Patient Case Studies
Surgical Equipment Reviews
Expert Interviews
Continuing Medical Education
Latest Insights and Updates
Plantar Fibromatosis
Plantar fibromatosis is a type of superficial fibromatosis that affects the plantar aspect of the foot and its subcutaneous fat. One third of patients diagnosed with this disease are younger than 30 years of age and children may occasionally be affected. Usually...
Nodular Fasciitis
Nodular fasciitis is a reactive process that can occur in patients of all ages, but most commonly occurs between 20-40 years of age. While it can occur within any site of the body, the upper extremities--especially the forearms--are the most frequent site involved....
Myositis Ossificans
GENERAL INFORMATION Myositis ossificans is a benign intramuscular mass usually caused by an injury. It can form directly in a muscle or form closely applied to the surface of a bone. Also called benign fibro-osseous lesion or heterotopic ossification is composed of...
Myofibroma
Myobroma is a pediatric type of tumor. It may arise in one area or occur in multiple sites. It contains nodules of spindle cells that appear to be related to smooth muscle and less differentiated cells that are small, round, and basophilic. These are rare tumors and...
Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor (MPNST)
GENERAL INFORMATION Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor (MPNST) is a malignant form of the schwannoma. It is a spindle cell sarcoma that can arise from a neurofibroma and shows nerve sheath differentiation. CLINICAL DATA Associated with neurofibromatosis 1...
Lymphangioma
GENERAL INFORMATION Lymphangioma is a benign vascular lesion. It is believed to originate from a non communication between the lymphatics and venous system. CLINICAL DATA • A benign vascular lesions• Appear to show lymphatic differentiation• Thin-walled...