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Chondrosarcoma, Conventional, Pelvis

ICD-10 Code
C41.4_1

Malignant cartilage-forming tumor in the pelvis, typically affecting adults.

Clinical Presentation & Protocol

Patient Usually Complains Of

Patient presents with a [duration] history of [location, e.g., right hip/buttock/groin] pain, described as [quality, e.g., dull ache, sharp, constant/intermittent], progressively worsening. Associated symptoms include [palpable mass, limping, numbness/weakness in leg, weight loss, night sweats]. Pain is exacerbated by [activity, e.g., walking, sitting] and partially relieved by [analgesics, rest].

Clinical Examination Findings

Patient appears [well-nourished/cachectic], [no acute distress/in mild distress due to pain]. Vitals stable. No obvious systemic signs of malignancy [or specify, e.g., pallor, lymphadenopathy].

Treatment Protocol

Discussed diagnosis of conventional chondrosarcoma of the pelvis. Recommended primary treatment is wide surgical resection of the tumor with clear margins. [Adjuvant therapy, e.g., radiation, chemotherapy] may be considered based on tumor grade and staging. Multidisciplinary team review planned.

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