Lacerations & Soft Tissue Tumors

Lacerations and soft tissue tumors affect the skin, fat, muscle, and connective tissues of the musculoskeletal system.

Description 

A laceration is a deep slice or tear in skin and underlying tissues, while a soft tissue tumor is an abnormal growth (benign or cancerous) in non-bony tissues like fat, tendons, or muscles.

Symptoms

• Lacerations: Deep cuts, active bleeding, gaping skin, numbness, or loss of motion.
• Tumors: A visible or feelable lump, persistent swelling, tenderness, or pain if pressing on nearby nerves.

Causes

Lacerations result from sharp object trauma, blunt force, or accidents. Soft tissue tumors stem from abnormal cell growth, occasionally triggered by genetic mutations or prior tissue trauma.

Risk Factors

Occupational hazards, contact sports, advanced age, genetic syndromes, and prior radiation exposure increase susceptibility.

Diagnosis

Our orthopedic specialists evaluate your injury or lump through physical examination, imaging (X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound), and biopsy when precise tumor identification is required.

Treatment

We offer specialized care ranging from precise wound closure, tendon repair, and infection control for lacerations, to surgical excision and reconstructive procedures for soft tissue tumors.