Bone cancer arises from the malignant proliferation of bone cells themselves and is classified into several types. In the last decade, Turkey has developed in the field of cancer treatment, where bone cancer is treated with the latest methods.
bone cancer on x-ray
An overview of bone cancer
Quick overview of osteoblasts
- osteoblasts: Produces collagen and proteins needed for bone growth and strength.
- osteoclasts: Its function lies in the bone resorption and the dissolution of calcium from the bones when the calcium concentration in the blood is low.
- osteocytesThe function of osteoblasts is to transmit the signals necessary for building or resorption of bone. When osteoblasts are needed, osteoblasts send a signal to them, and when bone resorption is needed, the signal is sent to osteoclasts.
- osteoprogenitors: divides to give cells that differentiate into one of the cells mentioned above.
What are the types of bone cancer?
- Osteosarcoma OsteosarcomaOsteosarcoma: The most common type of bone cancer, sarcoma arises at the expense of osteoblasts. Sarcomas often affect the end of long bones, especially the shinbones. Osteosarcomas are most commonly seen in children and adolescents from 10 to 20 years of age.
- ChondrosarcomaThe second most common type of bone cancer after osteosarcoma, this cancer arises at the expense of chondrocytes in the thigh bone, arm, pelvis, and less commonly the ribs. This type rarely affects the age group under 21 years and is more seen in adults over the age of 30 Up to 70 years, this pattern is considered the best prognostic of osteosarcoma.
- Ewing sarcomaA rare type of bone cancer, this type is more commonly seen in the pelvic bones and the long bones of the lower extremities, and less commonly the ribs in the chest and may affect any bone in the body, Ewing's cancer may arise in some cases from the soft tissue around the bones such as cartilage tissue or muscle tissue.
Bone cancer symptoms
- Bone pain (the most common symptom)
- General symptoms of cancer such as loss of appetite and weight loss
- Hot swelling may be observed on the surface of the skin
- Recurrent bone fractures without a satisfactory reason (a mild fall that breaks the bone)
- Difficulty moving and doing normal activities
- General fatigue and fever
- Bone cancer may be asymptomatic for some
How is bone cancer diagnosed?
- X-rays
- CT
- MRI
- Bone scan
- PET scan
Cancer is confirmed and a definitive diagnosis is made by performing a bone biopsy and viewing the cancer cells under a microscope.
Bone cancer forming on X_Rays (bone cancer treatment)
Bone cancer treatment methods in Turkey
surgical treatment
radiotherapy
- Redness and inflammation of the skin
- Tired
- Temporary hair loss
- Joint and muscle stiffness
- May affect fertility and cause infertility
- Cancer developing elsewhere in the body
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can also be used in the management of cancer metastases, for more information about chemotherapy in Turkey.
- Tired
- hair loss
- Weakened immunity and increased susceptibility to infections
- Anemia
- Nausea, vomiting and constipation
target therapy
Why should I choose treatment in Turkey?
Risk factors for bone cancer
- A family history of cancer or rare genetic syndromes of cancer
- Exposure to radiation increases the risk of developing cancer cells, for example, during radiotherapy of breast cancer, malignancy can develop elsewhere in the body, such as bone cancer.
- Paget disease of bone. This disease causes abnormal, weak bone tissue that breaks easily. The risk of developing bone cancer is low, but it is small.
- Procedure Bone marrow transplant Previously for the treatment of a blood problem
- smoking
- Infection with healthy bone tumors may carry a risk of transformation into malignancy
Bone cancer statistics
Frequently asked questions about bone cancer treatment in Turkey
How are young patients with bone cancer treated?
Is bone cancer considered a serious condition?
In fact, bone cancer may be completely treated and cured if it is diagnosed early, but if the diagnosis is delayed and the tumor has spread to other parts of the body, it may be associated with a bad prognosis, and according to studies, the average rest for five years after cancer diagnosis is 66.8% and this The ratio is very good.
What are the symptoms of bone cancer?
Typical symptoms of bone cancer are bone pain, rapid weight loss, general fatigue, frequent bone fractures, and red swelling on the surface of the skin in some cases.
How is bone cancer treated in Turkey?
Bone cancer is treated in Turkey with the latest available methods and at relatively low costs. The treatment is carried out within specialized centers for the treatment of cancers, and the various methods of treatment include surgical treatment, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.