Essentials of Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered States
Essentials of Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered States
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781451190809
Author: Carol Porth RN MSN PhD
Publisher: LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS+WILKINS
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Chapter 43, Problem 4RE

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To explain: The relation between the sites of osteosarcoma and maximal growth velocity.

Introduction: A type of bone cancer, characterized by the formation of a cancerous tumor by the mesenchymal-bone forming cells, is known as osteosarcoma.

B.

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To explain: The diagnostic tests for osteosarcoma.

Introduction: The most prevalent type of bone cancer, osteosarcoma mostly affects males, especially teenage boys. The tumors most often occur at the terminal end of the long bones and around the knees, where the growth of the bones is rapid.

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To explain: The treatment options for osteosarcoma.

Introduction: The factors that are considered for the treatment of osteosarcoma include the health, age, site, speed and extent of spread.

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