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A sarcoma originating in bone-forming cells, affecting the ends of long bones. It is the most common and most malignant of sarcomas of the bones, and occurs chiefly among 10- to 25-year-old youths. (From Stedman, 25th ed)

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Juxtacortical Osteosarcoma (11)
A form of osteogenic sarcoma of relatively low malignancy, probably arising from the periosteum and initially involving cortical bone and adjacent connective tissue. It occurs in middle-aged as well as young adults and most commonly affects the lower part of the femoral shaft. (Stedman, 25th ed) OCOSH Code C04.557.450.565.575.650.655_BD_BN_CTS_CT_B_OSC_J

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Telangiectatic Osteosarcoma eMedicine Orthopedics

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Osteosarcoma is the most common primary malignant bone tumor in children and adolescents. When first recognized, telangiectatic osteosarcoma was proposed to be a distinct clinical and pathologic entity.1 On the basis of subsequent findings that provided a better understanding of the condition's presentation and prognostic implications, telangiectatic osteosarcoma should be...
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Detailed Guide- Osteosarcoma

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Comprehensive bone cancer guide including detailed description, statistics, causes, factors, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and additional resources (web sites, organizations, articles, etc.)
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