India, July 22 -- Sarcoma is a rare but aggressive type of cancer that develops in the connective tissues of the body, such as bone, muscle, fat, cartilage, and blood vessels. A mix of lifestyle, environmental and genetic causes are responsible for this type of cancer. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Rajesh Kumar Jain, principal director, surgical oncology, BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital shared the 6 main causes that can lead to sarcoma cancer. Also read | Sarcoma Awareness Month: Oncologist explains 5 treatment options for soft tissue sarcoma

One of the primary causes of sarcomas are genetic mutations, whether inherited or acquired. Certain hereditary conditions significantly increase the risk of developing sarcomas. These incl...