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Diagnosis is the process of identifying a disease, such as cancer, from its signs and symptoms. Bone cancer, primary bone cancer is cancer that forms in cells of the bone. Some types of primary bone cancer are osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, malignant fibrous histiocytoma, and chondrosarcoma. Secondary bone cancer is cancer that spreads to the bone from another part of the body (such as the prostate, breast, or lung). Cancer is a term for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and can invade nearby tissues. Cancer cells can also spread to other parts of the body through the blood and lymph systems. There are several main types of cancer. Carcinoma is a cancer that begins in the skin or in tissues that line or cover internal organs. Sarcoma is a cancer that begins in bone, cartilage, fat, muscle, blood vessels, or other connective or supportive tissue. Leukemia is a cancer that starts in blood-forming tissue such as the bone marrow, and causes large numbers of abnormal blood cells to be produced and enter the blood. Lymphoma and multiple myeloma are cancers that begin in the cells of the immune system. Central nervous system cancers are cancers that begin in the tissues of the brain and spinal cord. Also called malignancy.
Preview- For instance, the completion of the final diagnosis of bone cancer depends on histologic examination is usually regular biopsy tissue biopsy for experienced doctors who need to ensure that the organization received a diagnosis of incision should be designed to accommodate a minimum follow-up surgery to reduce the proliferation of tumor cells and the pollution of the adjacent normal tissue biopsy must not be considered as minor and lightly drawn from the necrotic area should avoid taking more than a few parts of the outer part of the multi-tumor reaction zone is sometimes not enough to make a positive diagnosis, but pathologic examination has its limitations Myositis ossificans of fatigue fracture as easily misdiagnosed as osteosarcoma; hyperparathyroidism, brown tumors when misdiagnosed as giant cell tumor; cartilage is difficult to distinguish benign from malignant tumors, etc. Hyperparathyroidism is a condition in which the parathyroid gland (one of four pea-sized organs found on the thyroid) makes too much parathyroid hormone. This causes a loss of calcium from the bones and an increased level of calcium in the blood. Symptoms include bone pain and kidney problems. Cartilage is a tough, flexible tissue that lines joints and gives structure to the nose, ears, larynx, and other parts of the body. Biopsy is the removal of cells or tissues for examination by a pathologist. The pathologist may study the tissue under a microscope or perform other tests on the cells or tissue. There are many different types of biopsy procedures. The most common types include: (1) incisional biopsy, in which only a sample of tissue is removed; (2) excisional biopsy, in which an entire lump or suspicious area is removed; and (3) needle biopsy, in which a sample of tissue or fluid is removed with a needle. When a wide needle is used, the procedure is called a core biopsy. When a thin needle is used, the procedure is called a fine-needle aspiration biopsy. Tissue is a group or layer of cells that work together to perform a specific function. Tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue that results when cells divide more than they should or do not die when they should. Tumors may be benign (not cancer), or malignant (cancer). Also called neoplasm. Malignant, cancerous. Malignant cells can invade and destroy nearby tissue and spread to other parts of the body. Fatigue is a condition marked by extreme tiredness and inability to function due lack of energy. Fatigue may be acute or chronic. Surgery is a procedure to remove or repair a part of the body or to find out whether disease is present. An operation. Follow-up, monitoring a person`s health over time after treatment. This includes keeping track of the health of people who participate in a clinical study or clinical trial for a period of time, both during the study and after the study ends. Ensure is a nutritional drink that may help people who cannot get everything they need in their diet from foods and other drinks. It may be taken by mouth or given through a small tube inserted through the nose into the stomach or the small intestine. It may also be given through a small tube that is put into the stomach or intestinal tract through an opening made on the outside of the abdomen. Ensure is a type of dietary supplement. Also called polymeric enteral nutrition formula. Benign, not cancerous. Benign tumors may grow larger but do not spread to other parts of the body. Also called nonmalignant. Incision is a cut made in the body to perform surgery. Osteosarcoma is a cancer of the bone that usually affects the large bones of the arm or leg. It occurs most commonly in young people and affects more males than females. Also called osteogenic sarcoma. Histologic examination is the examination of tissue specimens under a microscope.
- It really is obvious that, related Tags bone tumor diagnosis, diagnosis of bone cancer from MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan, diagnosis of bone cancer in arm, going to see a tumor specialist and they want xray and blood samples, how to test the extent of bone cancer, mri confirm bone cancer, what specialist operates for bone cancer. Specialist is in medicine, a doctor or other health care professional who is trained and licensed in a special area of practice. Examples of medical specialists include oncologists (cancer specialists) and hematologists (blood specialists). Blood is a tissue with red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and other substances suspended in fluid called plasma. Blood takes oxygen and nutrients to the tissues, and carries away wastes. MRI is a procedure in which radio waves and a powerful magnet linked to a computer are used to create detailed pictures of areas inside the body. These pictures can show the difference between normal and diseased tissue. MRI makes better images of organs and soft tissue than other scanning techniques, such as computed tomography (CT) or x-ray. MRI is especially useful for imaging the brain, the spine, the soft tissue of joints, and the inside of bones. Also called magnetic resonance imaging, NMRI, and nuclear magnetic resonance imaging. Scan is a picture of structures inside the body. Scans often used in diagnosing, staging, and monitoring disease include liver scans, bone scans, and computed tomography (CT) or computerized axial tomography (CAT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. In liver scanning and bone scanning, radioactive substances that are injected into the bloodstream collect in these organs. A scanner that detects the radiation is used to create pictures. In CT scanning, an x-ray machine linked to a computer is used to produce detailed pictures of organs inside the body. MRI scans use a large magnet connected to a computer to create pictures of areas inside the body.
- It would appear that, today would`ve been Henry`s 14th birthday but, he passed away on November 2, 2010, age 12, a year after his diagnosis with osteosarcoma, an aggressive form of bone cancer. Aggressive is in medicine, describes a tumor or disease that forms, grows, or spreads quickly. It may also describe treatment that is more severe or intense than usual.
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