Treatment patterns and outcomes of pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma in a resource-limited setting: A retrospective study from a tertiary hospital in Ethiopia

Background: Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) is the most common pediatric soft tissue sarcoma. Despite excellent survival in high-income countries, data on treatment and outcomes remain limited in resource-limited settings. The aim of this study was to assess treatment patterns and survival outcomes of pediatric RMS in Ethiopia. Methods: We conducted a retrospective study of newly diagnosed pediatric RMS patients evaluated at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital from January 2021 to September 2025. Data were extracted from medical records, and treatment patterns and survival were assessed using descriptiv

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