Diseases

Clear Cell Sarcoma

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Clear-cell sarcoma (formerly known as malignant melanoma of the soft parts) is a rare form of cancer called sarcoma. It is known to occur mainly in the soft tissues and dermis. Rare forms were thought to occur in the gastrointestinal tract before they were discovered to be different and redesignated as gnet.

SYMPTOMS

Sometimes, depending on the depth of the tumor, it may be noticed as a slow-growing lump. The tumor might also interfere with the function of tendons or organs as it grows and invades nearby tissues. Over time, symptoms of more advanced cancer might develop, including fatigue, weight loss, and loss of appetite.

CAUSES

Clear cell sarcoma of soft tissue, not to be confused with clear cell sarcoma of the kidney, is a rare type of cancer primarily affecting young adults between 20 to 40 years old. Sarcomas are cancers that arise within connective tissues, such as bone, muscle, fat, and tendons.