Synovial sarcomas typically present in adolescents and young adults (15-40 years of age). There may be a mild male predilection (M:F = 1.2:1). They account for 2.5-10% of … See more

The presentation is most often with a slowly enlarging soft tissue mass, which may have … See more

A soft tissue mass near but not in a joint in a young patient (15-40 years old), particularly if dystrophic calcificationis present, is very suggestive. Radiographs may be nor… See more

Treatment involves a combination of surgery and usually adjuvant radiotherapy +/- chemotherapy. Radiotherapy is particularly useful in treating tumors where an adequat… See more