Bone sarcoma is rare but when it occurs, it destroys normal bone tissue and could metastasize (spread) to another part of the body. Most bone tumors are benign and cannot spread, but the presence of a tumor could result in a weakening of the bone and lead to a fracture or other problems.
Bone sarcoma is a rare type of sarcoma that typically develops in children, teenagers, and young adults. However, it can occur at any age.
At Sarcoma Oncology Center, we design a personalized treatment plan based on the stage of the tumor, progress of the tumor, any prior treatments, and biopsy analysis.
When the tumor starts growing in a bone, it can harm normal bone tissue. The symptoms of bone sarcoma may not be noticeable at the initial stage. However, as the tumor grows big, you may experience symptoms like swelling or a lump near the bone, which may or may not be painful, pain in the bone, fracture without cause, and fatigue.
Your doctor will ask questions about symptoms and medical history, as well as ask for imaging tests. They may also order a biopsy of tissue from the affected area to confirm the diagnosis. The type of bone sarcoma is determined by the type of cell and tissue of the bone from which the tumor originates.
The treatment for bone sarcoma is based on the type of bone sarcoma you have, the stage of the tumor, and your overall health. It may involve a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and clinical trials.
Osteosarcoma is the most common type of bone sarcoma that begins in cells called osteoblasts, which grow into new bones. This type of sarcoma typically affects teenagers and young adults but may also occur in children and older people.
Osteosarcoma usually develops in the long bones of your body, which include bones of the arms and legs. It seldom forms in the soft tissues surrounding the bones. The treatment of osteosarcoma may include chemotherapy and surgery to extract the tumor.
At Sarcoma Oncology Center, we use a multimodal treatment approach for osteosarcoma by collaborating with surgeons, pathologists, and radiation oncologists from prominent institutions.
Chondrosarcoma is a type of bone sarcoma that develops in cartilage cells and accounts for 20% of all primary bone tumors. The primary bone tumor begins in the bone, whereas secondary bone tumors spread to the bone from other body parts.
Chondrosarcoma typically affects the femur (thighbone), arm, pelvis, knee, and shoulder.
In rare cases, it affects the spine or ribs. Most subtypes of chondrosarcoma grow slowly and may not cause noticeable symptoms at first.
At Sarcoma Oncology Center, we employ a multimodal approach to the treatment of chondrosarcoma by collaborating with eminent surgeons, pathologists, and radiation oncologists from various prominent institutions.
Ewing sarcoma, called “Yoo-ing” sarcoma, is an aggressive tumor that begins as an abnormal growth of cells in bone or soft tissue around the bone. This type of bone sarcoma typically occurs in children and young adults. It mainly develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly.
The tumor typically occurs in the hip, ribs, or long bones, but it can happen in any bone. When it occurs in soft tissue, it affects mainly the chest, abdomen, or arms. It can spread to other parts of your body, including the bone marrow, lungs, kidneys, and other soft tissues.
At Sarcoma Oncology Center, we have access to new treatment approaches and drugs when needed to treat Ewing sarcoma. Our team designs a multimodal approach based on advanced clinical trials.
Adamantinoma is a rare, low-grade malignant bone tumor that typically grows in the tibia or bone in the lower leg. It can also occur in the jaw bone, forearm, hands, or feet. Adamantinoma often starts as a slow-growing lump that may or may not cause pain.
Adamantinoma affects people between the ages of 20 and 40, with a slight male predominance. In rare instances, it may also be found in children and older people.
At Sarcoma Oncology Center, we offer a safe and supportive atmosphere for the treatment of adamantinoma. We are a leading research and clinical trial facility that provides you with cutting edge sarcoma treatment.
At Sarcoma Oncology Center, we are actively involved in clinical trials of the newest drugs and partner with medical specialists to design a custom multimodal treatment plan for every patient.
At our office in Santa Monica, we design personalized and innovative plans for treating bone sarcomas.
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