Osteosarcoma
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Osteosarcoma is a type of malignant tumor that originates in bone tissue and occurs most often in children, adolescents, and young adults.
Common symptoms: pain in a bone that persists or increases over time, swelling or a lump in the affected area, and sometimes limited movement.
When should you see a doctor? When bone pain that is not related to a clear injury persists or is accompanied by swelling.
Which specialist treats it? Its evaluation involves the oncologist, the orthopedic surgeon and, in minors, the pediatric oncologist and the pediatrician, who work in a coordinated way. Detecting these symptoms early and having them evaluated by a qualified professional is key to determining the next steps.
Data on 235 doctors who treat osteosarcoma
Which specialist treats osteosarcoma?
Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) should be treated by an orthopedist together with a pediatric oncologist when it occurs in children or teenagers; the pediatrician is often the one who first notices the signs and makes the referral.
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Doctors specialized in osteosarcoma
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rosa Elena Caballero Landinez
Dr. Edgar Varela Santoyo
Dr. Aslhie Oyuki Orzuna Vazquez
Dr. Rogelio García Cruz
Frequently asked questions
What is osteosarcoma?
Osteosarcoma is a type of malignant tumor that originates in bone tissue and occurs most often in children, adolescents, and young adults.
Which doctor treats osteosarcoma?
Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) should be treated by an orthopedist together with a pediatric oncologist when it occurs in children or teenagers; the pediatrician is often the one who first notices the signs and makes the referral.