Overview - Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal Oncology
Bone Tumours
When cells divide abnormally and uncontrollably, they can form a mass or lump of tissue. This lump is called a tumour. Bone tumours (primary bone tumours) are abnormal growths that develop or originate from the bones. If a tumour arises elsewhere in the body and then comes to the bone, such tumours are called bone metastasis.
Are all bone tumours cancerous?
No, not all bone tumours are cancerous. Most bone tumours are benign (non-cancerous), meaning they do not spread to other parts of the body. Malignant bone tumours (cancerous) also called as bone sarcomas, such as osteosarcoma or Ewing’s sarcoma, are less common but require immediate medical attention. When a cancerous tumour arises from the soft tissues of the body (cartilage, fat, muscle, blood vessels, fibrous tissue, or other connective or supportive tissue), it is called a soft tissue sarcoma.
Symptoms of Bone tumours
The symptoms of bone tumours can vary, but the most common symptoms are persistent pain, swelling or a lump. Loss of weight and appetite, difficulty in sleeping at night, performing daily activities, pain not subsiding with rest or medications are some of the red-flag signs one needs to be aware of.
Why SPARSH for bone tumours?
With a background of world-renowned orthopaedic care at Sparsh, we are proud to introduce our specialized expertise in Musculoskeletal Oncology. Our mission is to become the leading global destination and centre of excellence for bone and soft tissue tumour care.
Techniques such as 3D printing, custom-made implants and prostheses, massive allografts and robotic surgeries enables us to provide personalized solutions that are tailored to each patient’s unique individual needs, enhancing treatment outcomes and quality of life in patients with bone tumours. We understand the complexities and challenges associated with sarcomas and our multidisciplinary team approach offers patients an unparalleled level of care and treatment options for all types of bone and soft tissue tumours.
