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Dallas, TX ( connect2business.co.uk ) June 16, 2013 - Soft tissue sarcoma is a type of cancer in which a malignant tumor forms in fat, muscle, nerves, blood vessels, fibrous tissue or the lining of the joints. While sarcomas are not very common, they can be quite serious - especially if diagnosed in a later stage. Luckily, there are options - Dr. Al Mollabashy and Dr. Nathan Gilbert of Greater Dallas Orthopaedics use their combined experience and expertise to treat these tumors.

While the causes of soft tissue sarcomas are currently unknown, research suggests some cases may be hereditary. In other cases, radiation may play a role - usually as a side effect of radiation therapy used in the treatment of other cancers. This risk may be reduced over time, as technology advances and more closely targets the initial malignant areas.

Like other cancers, treatment depends on the size, location, type, and stage of the sarcoma. Radiation and chemotherapy may be used, but surgery is the most common treatment option, especially in cases where malignant cells have not traveled to other areas of the body. Often, radiation and chemotherapy may be used to initially shrink the size of the tumor (neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy), or to kill off any remaining cancer cells (adjuvant chemoradiotherapy).

At Greater Dallas Orthopaedics, Drs. Mollabashy and Gilbert work to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient. Both surgeons communicate with the referring medical oncologist, radiation oncologist, and primary physician to ensure that patients receive the highest level of care and best possible results from their treatment. Both surgeons treat every kind of soft tissue sarcoma, and have extensive knowledge experience in the field of orthopedic surgery.

Many clients travel to Greater Orthopaedics from great distances to receive their expert oncology care. Using their vast expertise and experiences, Dr. Mollabashy and Dr. Gilbert can help to effectively diagnose and treat all types of soft tissue sarcomas.

Dr. Mollabashy and Dr. Gilbert practice at Greater Dallas Orthopaedics in Dallas, Texas. Interested parties are encouraged to find out more at www.gdortho.com

About Greater Dallas Orthopaedics

Greater Dallas Orthopaedics is made up of board certified surgeons, Dr. Al Mollabashy and Dr. Nathan Gilbert. Specializing in musculoskeletal oncology, reconstructive orthopaedic surgery, and general orthopaedics, Greater Dallas Orthopaedics treats adult and pediatric patients with efficiency and care.

Dr. Gilbert attended The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and completed his internship in general surgery and residency in orthopaedic surgery at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School & Parkland Memorial Hospital. Dr. Mollabashy, who attended Indiana University School of Medicine, went on to complete a General Surgical Internship at the Methodist Hospital of Indiana. Both surgeons are also assistant clinical professors at UT Southwestern Medical School and are actively involved in physician education.

Greater Dallas Orthopaedics can be reached at 214.252.7020 or http://www.gdortho.com/

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Both surgeons are also assistant clinical professors at UT Southwestern Medical School and are actively involved in physician education. Greater Dallas Orthopaedics can be reached at 214.252.7020 or http://www.gdortho.com/

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Dr. Gilbert attended The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and completed his internship in general surgery and residency in orthopedic surgery at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School & Parkland Memorial Hospital. Greater Dallas Orthopaedics can be reached at 214.252.7020 or http://www.gdortho.com