What Is Bone Cancer?
4. Chondrosarcoma
Chondrosarcoma is a type of bone cancer that is usually found in the hip, shoulder, and pelvis, although it will also be found elsewhere. In this type of cancer, the cells that produce cartilage are affected. Cartilage is a type of soft bone that tends to be found in our joints. Some varieties of this cancer are more aggressive than others.
Chondrosarcoma is usually found in adults who are middle-aged or older. It is often not known what causes this type of cancer, although cartilage lesions, known as enchondromas, can sometimes be the cause. The condition can be cured in many cases, but this will depend on the details of the specific case.
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