Specialised surgical care for soft tissue tumours with comprehensive diagnosis and treatment
Dr. Amir Ashrafi provides expert surgical care for patients with soft tissue tumours throughout Northern Sydney, Westmead and surrounding areas. Our approach combines precise diagnostic evaluation with advanced surgical techniques to ensure optimal outcomes.
Soft tissue tumours can develop in various body tissues and require expert evaluation and treatment. Our comprehensive approach ensures accurate diagnosis and appropriate surgical management for each patient. Soft tissue tumours can be benign or malignant and often require removal for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Precise surgical removal of soft tissue tumours with attention to preserving surrounding healthy tissue and achieve the best cosmetic result for the patient. Some tumours may need referral to sub-specialised soft tissue tumour units such as sarcoma centres for further treatment.
Accurate tissue sampling could be essential for definitive diagnosis and treatment planning. Various techniques, including core needle and excisional biopsies, are commonly employed to obtain tissue samples. In some cases, however, the full removal of the lesion may be necessary to ensure an accurate diagnosis.
Advanced reconstructive techniques when needed for larger tumours or complex locations. This is often in collaboration with other reconstructive surgical specialists.
Thorough evaluation including physical examination, medical history review, and initial imaging studies.
Comprehensive diagnostic workup including appropriate imaging, for example MRI, and tissue sampling if required.
Development of a personalised treatment plan based on tumour characteristics, location of the tumour, and patient factors.
Precise surgical removal of the tumour with appropriate reconstruction as needed.
Soft tissue tumours are growths that can develop in tissues like fat, muscle, nerves, blood vessels, and deep skin tissues. While many are benign, proper evaluation and treatment are essential for optimal outcomes.
Diagnosis typically involves physical examination, imaging studies (such as MRI or CT scan), and sometimes tissue biopsy. We use a comprehensive approach to ensure accurate diagnosis.
Recovery time varies depending on the size and location of the tumour, and the extent of surgery required. Many of the benign soft tissue tumours can be removed as a day surgery case and most cases can return to full capacity from one to two weeks. Most patients can return to normal activities within 2-6 weeks.
Yes, regular follow-up is important to monitor healing and ensure no recurrence. The frequency and duration of follow-up will depend on the type of tumour removed.
Contact us to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ashrafi at our Northern Sydney practice.