Sarcoma, Ewing's
Introduction
Ewing’s sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that affects the bones. It is named after the doctor who discovered it, James Ewing.
Around 600 cases of bone cancer are diagnosed each year in the UK, and Ewing’s sarcoma is one type. It is commonly found in young people aged between 10 and 20.
Ewing’s sarcoma does not usually cause symptoms in its early stages. It is often diagnosed when you have an X-ray because of another injury.
What is cancer?
The body is made up of millions of different types of cells. Cancer happens when some of the cells multiply in an abnormal way. When cancer affects organs and solid tissues, it causes a growth called a tumour to form. Cancer can occur in any part of the body where the cells multiply abnormally.
Outlook
Ewing’s sarcoma can be treated using a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. In some cases, an amputation may be necessary.
As with most types of cancer, the outlook for individual cases depends largely on how far the cancer has advanced at the time of diagnosis.
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