Treatment for Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors in Children
The pediatric musculoskeletal oncology specialists at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, provide outstanding care for children and adolescents with all types of bone and soft tissue tumors.
Make an Appointment with a Musculoskeletal Oncology Expert
Make an appointment with one of our pediatric orthopedic specialists. Call 216-844-7200.
Our pediatric orthopedic surgeons work collaboratively with University Hospitals Angie Fowler Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Institute to provide total treatment and therapy for children with bone and soft tissue tumors. Pediatric surgeons, oncologists, neuro-oncologists, hematologists, pathologists, physical and occupational therapists, nurses, child life specialists, teachers and social workers work together to provide complete care for infants, children and adolescents with bone, muscle or joint tumors.
Why Choose UH Rainbow?
Our musculoskeletal cancer specialists in Cleveland offer leading evaluation, diagnostic and treatment services for a wide range of bone and soft tissue tumors and tumor-like conditions. These include pediatric bone tumors, solid tumors, brain tumors and spinal cord tumors. We also offer pediatric brain tumor treatment at Ohio’s first proton therapy center at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center.
Because they are relatively rare, musculoskeletal tumors and related issues require treatment by highly specialized and experienced pediatric orthopedic specialists. Our knowledgeable musculoskeletal oncology physicians provide complete care and a team-based approach to each child’s case. Specialists from all necessary disciplines work together to create the most effective care plan.
Treatment for Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors in Children
Advanced treatment for benign and malignant tumors in children methods include:
- Limb-sparing surgery
- Minimally invasive biopsy
- Pre-operative embolization
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you treat bone tumors?
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The pediatric cancer and orthopedic experts at UH Rainbow treat malignant bone tumors and osteosarcoma using a range of treatment options that include chemotherapy, limb-sparing and reconstructive surgery, and radiation therapy, including proton therapy. Many patients will require a combination of these therapies to target the tumor and repair and restore function at the site of the tumor.
- My child was diagnosed with a bone tumor. Does this mean he has cancer? Do you have procedures to save my child’s bone?
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A bone tumor diagnosis does not necessarily mean cancer – in fact, most bone tumors and bone cysts are benign. Common types of bone tumors include giant cell tumors, osteochondroma and chondroblastoma. There are many ways to treat benign bone tumors, depending on the size, location and other factors. Sometimes, observation will be recommended to see if the tumor grows or begins to effect function. Often, surgery will be recommended to remove the tumor. The pediatric orthopedic experts at UH Rainbow offer some of the most advanced limb-sparing procedures to preserve the bone and limit loss of function.
- Do you have a team that helps children with bone tumors?
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Yes. Our multidisciplinary team of pediatric musculoskeletal cancer experts includes pediatric orthopedic surgeons, oncologists, hematologists, pathologists, physical and occupational therapists, nurses, social workers and others. They work together to review each case and provide a cohesive, individualized treatment plan for every patient.
Your child’s health is important. Get expert care.
Make an appointment with one of our pediatric orthopedic experts. Call 216-844-7200.