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How does radiation help with osteosarcoma?

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It is not used in : Most cases (youths with extremity); not very responsive. I googled and found advocacy for its use. I have used it in flat bones of head and neck when there are poor alternatives. Os tends to metastasize: chem and surgery are main modalities.

Answered 3/26/2013

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