Childhood bone cancer
What is childhood bone cancer?
Childhood bone cancer starts in or on the surface of a bone. The most common types are osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma.
Risks for childhood bone cancer
Certain inherited genetic conditions can increase a child's risk of developing osteosarcoma. There are no known risks for Ewing sarcoma.
Signs and symptoms of childhood bone cancer
Common signs and symptoms of childhood bone cancer include pain in a bone or joint, as well as swelling or a lump that can be felt over a bone.
Diagnosis of childhood bone cancer
Childhood bone cancer can be diagnosed by tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs.
Stages of childhood bone cancer
The stages of childhood bone cancer describe how much cancer is in the body. Childhood bone cancer is often described as localized or metastatic.
If childhood bone cancer spreads
Childhood bone cancer can spread (metastasize) to the lungs and other bones.
Prognosis and survival for childhood bone cancer
Prognosis estimates the outcome for childhood bone cancer. There are different prognosis factors for childhood osteosarcoma and childhood Ewing sarcoma.
Treatments for childhood bone cancer
Childhood bone cancer can be treated with chemotherapy, surgery, radiation therapy and targeted therapy. Osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma are treated differently.
Supportive care
Supportive care for childhood bone cancer helps children and their families meet physical, emotional and spiritual challenges.
Childhood bone cancer statistics
Cancer statistics tell us how many children in Canada are diagnosed with and die from childhood bone cancer in a certain time frame.
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