A malignant, rapidly growing tumour involving cartilage cells.
Malignant neoplasm of cartilage cells, most often occurring in long bones, the scapula, or the pelvic girdle.
A rare malignant tumor of cartilage tissue. Chondrosarcoma usually affects the thighbone, upper arm bone, ribs, collarbone, or pelvis. Symptoms depend on the location and stage of the tumor. Severe pain may indicate a fast growing tumor; moderate discomfort and swelling may point to a slower growing tumor. When chondrosarcoma affects the pelvic bone, there may be urinary frequency or obstruction, and the tumor may be felt as a pull in the groin muscle. X rays, CT (computed tomography), and biopsy are the diagnostic tools used to identify chondrosarcoma. MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is an essential tool for surgical planning. Treatment of chondrosarcoma is surgical removal of the tumor and wide margins of tissue around the tumor, sometimes followed by limited use of chemotherapy or radiation treatment. The location, size, grade, and stage of the cancerous growth determine survival rates. The survival rate is excellent when chondrosarcomas are found early and removed.
A malignant tumor of cartilage cells, occurring in a bone. Treatment is by surgical removal, which may necessitate amputation of a limb, and radiotherapy.
Chondrosarcoma is a malignant tumor that develops from cancerous growths of cartilage, a connective tissue composed of the gel-like substance collagen. This type of cancer typically arises within or on the surface of large bones, such as the femur (thigh bone), leading to symptoms such as pain and swelling.
Chondrosarcoma commonly manifests in middle age. The tumor can progress gradually from a noncancerous growth or rapidly develop from an area of previously unaffected bone. In cases where a limb is affected, amputation of the bone above the tumor often leads to a permanent cure. However, treatment becomes more challenging when the tumor occurs in locations such as the pelvis or ribs.