Bone Cancer—Patient Version

Overview

Bone cancer is rare and includes several types. Some bone cancers, including osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma, are seen most often in children and young adults. Explore the links on this page to learn about bone cancer treatment, statistics, research, and clinical trials.

The Primary Bone Cancer fact sheet has additional basic information.

Causes & Prevention

NCI does not have PDQ evidence-based information about prevention of bone cancer.

Screening

NCI does not have PDQ evidence-based information about screening for bone cancer.

Coping with Cancer

The information in this section is meant to help you cope with the many issues and concerns that occur when you have cancer.

Emotions and Cancer Adjusting to Cancer Support for Caregivers Survivorship Advanced Cancer Managing Cancer Care