Where Do Sarcomas Originate

While sarcomas may arise anywhere in the body, they most often originate in the arms, legs, chest, or abdomen. Sarcomas are often not symptomatic until they are very large and may first be noticed as swelling or a painless lump.

Where do most sarcomas start?

Soft tissue sarcomas can develop in soft tissues like fat, muscle, nerves, fibrous tissues, blood vessels, or deep skin tissues. They can be found in any part of the body. Most of them start in the arms or legs.

Do sarcomas originate in connective tissue?

Sarcoma refers to cancer that originates in supportive and connective tissues such as bones, tendons, cartilage, muscle, and fat.