Osteosarcoma-Approach to Therapy

Osteosarcoma is the most common type of bone cancer in children and young adults with a peak incidence in adolescents. It has a propensity for lung metastases and is a prime example of a cancer where cure will only be achieved if many specialities closely cooperate within a dedicated multidisciplinary environment. Neither surgery nor chemotherapy alone will cure many patients, but their combination can lead to long-term, disease-free survival in 60–70%.