Prevention and prognosis of osteosarcoma

There are many kinds of tumors we face in our lives. Today our topic is osteosarcoma. Since it is a tumor, there are differences in whether it is malignant or benign, and whether it is better to remove it. We should all understand these, but the most important thing is how to prevent ourselves from suffering from osteosarcoma. Today we will learn about the prevention and prognosis of osteosarcoma.

First of all, the concept of osteosarcoma, also known as osteogenic sarcoma, is one of the most common malignant bone tumors, with an onset age of 15 to 25 years old. It is more common in men than in women. The most common site is the epiphysis of long tubular bones, with the distal femur and proximal tibia being the most common, followed by the humerus and proximal fibula. Other sites such as the upper femur, spine, ilium and other bone tissues can also occur.

The second most common site of osteosarcoma is the epiphysis of long tubular bones, most commonly the distal femur and proximal tibia, followed by the humerus and proximal fibula. Other sites include the upper end of the femur, spine, ilium, maxillary and mandible, ulna, radius, hands and feet, and all other bone tissues.

Finally, here are some tips on how to prevent osteosarcoma and its prognosis:

1. The focus is on popularizing tumor-related medical knowledge so that people can increase their awareness and understanding of osteosarcoma and raise their vigilance.

2. Improved sanitary conditions and medical care quality are the guarantee for early detection. Clinically, patients with proximal joint pain without a history of trauma, especially adolescents, should seek medical attention as soon as possible to rule out osteosarcoma.

3. This disease may be related to some external stimuli, such as X-rays, etc., and should be avoided and protected. Some benign lesions can also turn into osteosarcoma, such as osteochondroma, giant cell tumor, fibrous dysplasia, etc. Patients with these diseases should follow the doctor's advice for regular check-ups.

The prognosis of osteosarcoma patients is related to tissue type, primary site, tumor size and metastasis at diagnosis, changes in serum alkaline phosphatase before and after surgery, and whether local lymph nodes are involved. The key to influencing prognosis is early diagnosis and sensitive response to chemotherapy and radiotherapy before and after surgery. Poorly differentiated osteosarcoma has a poor prognosis, which is better in distal bones than in proximal bones. The prognosis of osteosarcoma occurring in the spine is worse than that in other parts.

All diseases can be prevented, early detection and early treatment are the key to early recovery. I hope this article will be adopted by you!