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Pediatric Bone Tumors
Kids with bone tumors require special attention. Luckily most musculoskeletal tumors in children are benign. Many do not require treatment and can simply be observed by a trained specialist. Conversely, sarcomas (osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, rhabdomyosarcoma) comprise a much larger portion of malignancies in children than in adults, therefore vigilance is critical. These malignancies require chemotherapy, and are managed by a team that includes pediatric oncology specialists.
INDICATIONS FOR REFERRAL
- X-ray showing bone lucency
- Persistent, unexplained musculoskeletal pain and X-ray abnormality
- Enlarging mass in the extremities
IF YES, THESE STEPS ARE RECOMMENDED BEFORE REFERRAL:
- X-ray
- No biopsy
Examples of Bone Tumors In Children
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Osteosarcoma:
Most common bone sarcoma, presents with pain and destructive mineralizing lesion, most common around knee.
Treatment: Chemotherapy and surgical resection, vast majority limb sparing, with reconstruction using tumor endoprosthesis (second image)
