The main form of treatment for leiomyosarcomas is surgical excision and removal of the entire tumor and surrounding tissue (resection). Depending upon the location of the primary tumor, surgical procedures may also include the use of certain reconstructive techniques.

Can you survive leiomyosarcoma?

Currently, there is no cure for leiomyosarcoma. The chance for remission is best if the tumor is low grade and is diagnosed at an early stage, but leiomyosarcoma is an aggressive cancer that is often diagnosed at later stages, when it has spread to other parts of the body.

Where does leiomyosarcoma spread to first?

Leiomyosarcoma most often begins in the abdomen or uterus. It starts as a growth of abnormal cells and often grows quickly to invade and destroy normal body tissue.