Currently, researchers in Israel identify several types of bone cancer. These include:
- osteosarcoma (bone cancer of the pelvis and limbs)
- chondrosarcoma (affecting the bones of the upper shoulder girdle, ribs, pelvis)
- fibrosarcoma (soft tissue tumor that extends to the bones of the jaw, limbs)
- chondroma (a type of cartilage tumor)
- diffuse endothelialoma (the most aggressive form of cancer that can develop in the bones of any part of the body)
- fibrous histiocytoma (malignant formation in soft tissues that extends to the bones of the legs)
- giant cell tumor
(benign or malignant neoplasm affecting the bones of the lower limbs).
Causes
Researchers studying the disease in Israel cannot provide a definitive answer as to what causes bone cancer. Some predisposing factors are identified. These include previous fractures, bone marrow transplants, genetic changes, radiation, Paget's disease, and genetic disorders.
Symptoms of Bone Cancer
The first and primary sign of bone cancer is pain, which can vary from intermittent and mild to clearly localized and persistent. Additionally, changes in the shape of the affected body part, swelling at the tumor site, palpable neoplasm and its tenderness, thinning and discoloration of the skin at the affected area, manifestation of venous patterns through the skin, weakening of the bones and recurrent fractures, localized temperature increase, weight loss and weakness, and in cases of metastasis to the lungs – respiratory function disturbances.
Bone Cancer Diagnosis in Israel
Modern diagnostic methods are used for bone cancer in Israel. Computed tomography helps to detect the tumor. MRI also provides information about the condition of blood vessels, soft tissues, and the integrity of the affected bone. Scintigraphy through body scanning gives a complete picture of the condition of all bones in the skeleton. A biopsy of tumor cells allows for determining its nature.
Bone Cancer Treatment in Israel
Early-stage treatment, when the tumor has not affected the vascular and nervous systems, is possible through the removal of the neoplasm. In later stages, the doctor in Israel prescribes chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Some clinical cases require amputation of the limb where the tumor has developed.
Bone Cancer Prevention
Careful attention to one's health will allow for the detection of bone cancer at the initial stage of development, which will provide a greater chance of recovery.