Functional Outcomes and HRQoL in Upper-extremity Sarcoma Patients After Limb Salvage

Functional Outcomes and Health Related Quality of Life in Upper-extremity Sarcoma Patients After Limb Salvage: a Prospective Study

This study aims to assess the functional ability and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of upper extremity sarcoma patients who have undergone limb salvage surgery.

The purpose of this study is to assess the functional capabilities and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of upper-extremity sarcoma patients who have undergone limb salvage surgery.

Patient hospital records are retrospectively reviewed for demographic and clinical data.

The patient recruitment takes place at the outpatient clinic of the Comprehensive Cancer Center, Helsinki University Hospital, and Tampere University Hospital. The study includes a cross-sectional assessment at six months follow-up with five validated questionnaires. A follow-up is conducted two and five years after surgery in the outpatient clinic.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Upper extremity soft tissue sarcoma locating in between scapula to arm
• No metastasis at the time of diagnosis
• Undergone limb salvage surgery
• A minimum of 6 months follow-up
• Written consent
• Age > 18

Exclusion Criteria:

• Age <18
• No limb-salvage surgery due to sarcoma
• Deceased