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Osteosarcoma and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma of Bone

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For patients · General Information About Osteosarcoma and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma (UPS) of Bone

Having past treatment with chemotherapy or radiation can increase the risk of osteosarcoma.

For patients · General Information About Osteosarcoma and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma (UPS) of Bone

Certain factors may affect prognosis (chance of recovery) and treatment options.

For patients · Stages of Osteosarcoma and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma (UPS)

Sometimes osteosarcoma and UPS of bone come back after treatment.

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Treatment Option Overview

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Key Points

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There are different types of treatment for children with osteosarcoma or undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma (UPS).

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Children with osteosarcoma or UPS should have their treatment planned by a team of health care providers who are experts in treating cancer in children.

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The following types of treatment are used:

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Surgery

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Chemotherapy

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Radiation therapy

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Samarium

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You may want to think about your child taking part in a clinical trial.

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Treatment for osteosarcoma or UPS may cause side effects.

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Follow-up care may be needed.

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Treatment of Localized Osteosarcoma and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma (UPS) of Bone

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Treatment of Metastatic Osteosarcoma and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma (UPS) of Bone

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Treatment of Recurrent Osteosarcoma and Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma (UPS) of Bone

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