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==Physical Examination== | ==Physical Examination== | ||
Physical examination findings will depend on the location of the chondrosarcoma. Most chondrosarcomas are located in the long bone of extremities. | Physical examination findings will depend on the location of the chondrosarcoma. Most chondrosarcomas are located in the long bone of extremities. | ||
===Extremities=== | |||
A palpable firm non tender or tender mass may be appreciated on physical examination. Assessment of the following mass characteristics is crucial during physical examination: | |||
*Size | |||
*Location | |||
*Involvement of adjacent structures (such as peripheral [[nerves]] or [[veins]]) | |||
*[[Edema]] | |||
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Overview
Physical Examination
Physical examination findings will depend on the location of the chondrosarcoma. Most chondrosarcomas are located in the long bone of extremities.
Extremities
A palpable firm non tender or tender mass may be appreciated on physical examination. Assessment of the following mass characteristics is crucial during physical examination: