Osteosarcoma: excised specimen of a femur (thigh bone) showing the cancerous growth around the knee. Osteosarcoma is the most common primary cancer of bone,usually occurring around the knee in children & young adults. The tumours are highly malignant,possessing a well-developed blood supply that facilitates early spread (metastasis) to the lungs. Treatment is by amputation supplemented by chemotherapy | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / St. Bartholomew's Hospital |
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