Ewing"s sarcoma
Updated March 05, 2015.
Definition:
Ewing's sarcoma is the second most common type of malignant bone cancer in children, with osteosarcoma being the most common.
The most common sites for Ewing's sarcoma are the hipbones, long bones in the thigh (femur) and upper arm (humerus), and ribs.
Ewing's sarcoma typically occurs when children are between the ages of 10 and 25, when they may develop symptoms that can include pain, swelling, fever, weight loss, and fatigue.
Treatment for Ewing's sarcoma can include a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation.
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Definition:
Ewing's sarcoma is the second most common type of malignant bone cancer in children, with osteosarcoma being the most common.
The most common sites for Ewing's sarcoma are the hipbones, long bones in the thigh (femur) and upper arm (humerus), and ribs.
Ewing's sarcoma typically occurs when children are between the ages of 10 and 25, when they may develop symptoms that can include pain, swelling, fever, weight loss, and fatigue.
Treatment for Ewing's sarcoma can include a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation.
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