Clinicians can make a referral to the RPA Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma Unit through the sarcoma Clinical Nurse Consultants (CNCs) via the electronic referral form.

General Practitioners may also direct their patient to their local Orthopaedic Surgeon, Emergency Department or through the statewide Orthopaedic Network.

One the referral is received, the patient’s case will be reviewed and additional tests organised. A full set of investigations usually includes: X-ray; MRI scan of the tumour; CT scan of the chest; PET scan.

Initial consultation with the patient occurs with the family/support person present. A biopsy of the tumour will then be performed. This is conducted by the tumour Orthopaedic Surgeon or via a CT-guided biopsy by an Interventional Radiologist. 

Further information on assessment and referral of patients with sarcoma or suspected sarcoma is available via Sydney Health Pathways.  

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