Osteosarcoma Treatment in India
About Osteosarcoma
Key Highlights
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Multimodal Approach: Combines chemotherapy and surgery for maximum effectiveness against this aggressive cancer.Limb-Salvage Surgery: In most cases, the cancerous bone section is removed and replaced with a metal prosthesis or bone graft, preserving the limb and its function.Curative Intent: The primary goal of treatment is to achieve a complete cure, especially when the cancer is localized.listrongPersonalized Treatment Plans:/strong Therapy is tailored based on the tumor's location, size, stage, and the patient's age and overall health./lilistrongAdvanced Surgical Techniques:/strong Utilizes precise imaging and surgical methods to remove the tumor while sparing healthy tissue./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of primary osteosarcoma confirmed by biopsy and imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT scan).
- Localized bone pain, swelling, or a palpable mass, especially around the knee or upper arm.
- Pathological fracture (a break in a bone weakened by the tumor).
- To prevent the spread (metastasis) of cancer to other parts of the body, most commonly the lungs.
- As part of a definitive treatment plan following neoadjuvant chemotherapy to shrink the tumor.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive Staging: Undergo detailed imaging (CT of chest, MRI of limb, bone scan) to determine the cancer's stage and spread.
- Biopsy: A tissue sample is taken to confirm the osteosarcoma diagnosis and guide treatment.
- Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy: Typically, 8-12 weeks of chemotherapy is administered before surgery to reduce tumor size.
- Medical Optimization: Complete blood tests, cardiac evaluation, and nutritional assessment to ensure fitness for major surgery and further chemotherapy.
- Pre-operative Counseling: Detailed discussions with the surgical and oncology team about the procedure, expected outcomes, and rehabilitation process.
Risks & possible complications
- Surgical Risks: Infection, bleeding, blood clots (deep vein thrombosis), and damage to nearby nerves or blood vessels.
- Prosthesis/Graft Issues: Loosening, breakage, or infection of the implant; non-union of bone grafts.
- Chemotherapy Side Effects: Nausea, hair loss, increased infection risk, fatigue, and potential damage to kidneys, heart, or hearing.
- Functional Limitations: Reduced range of motion, limb length discrepancy, or weakness in the affected limb.
- Disease Recurrence: Risk of the cancer returning locally or as metastasis (often in the lungs).
- Amputation: In some complex cases, limb salvage may not be possible, requiring amputation.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate Post-Op: Hospital stay for pain management, monitoring for complications, and beginning gentle mobilization.
- Adjuvant Chemotherapy: Resumption of chemotherapy typically begins a few weeks after surgery to target any remaining cancer cells.
- Physical Therapy: A critical, long-term component to restore strength, mobility, and function in the affected limb.
- Wound Care: Keeping the surgical site clean and dry, watching for signs of infection like redness or discharge.
- Regular Follow-ups: Frequent imaging (CT scans, X-rays) and clinical exams for several years to monitor for recurrence.
- Psychosocial Support: Counseling and support groups are recommended to help cope with the emotional and physical challenges of cancer treatment.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering osteosarcoma in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for osteosarcoma in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Cytecare Hospital, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform osteosarcoma. MediFyr helps you compare oncologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for osteosarcoma compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Osteosarcoma in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated oncologist teams and experience managing patients undergoing osteosarcoma.
Hyderabad, India
67 Doctors
Arjun Nair, a 17-year-old high school...
Arjun Nair, a 17-year-old high school basketball star from Chennai, first noticed a persistent, deep ache in his right thigh during practice. He dismissed it as a muscle strain, but over three months, the pain became constant and a hard, tender lump appeared. An X-ray revealed a 'sunburst' pattern on his femur. His oncologist, Dr. Sharma, explained the diagnosis of osteosarcoma. The recommendation was a protocol of neoadjuvant chemotherapy to shrink the tumor, followed by limb-salvage surgery to remove the cancerous section of bone and replace it with a metal prosthesis, then more chemotherapy. Arjun endured the grueling chemo, losing his hair and strength. The 10-hour surgery was successful. His recovery was long and painful, involving intense physiotherapy to learn to walk again. Before, Arjun was terrified of losing his leg and his future in sports, feeling his identity was being stripped away. After a year of recovery, though he couldn't return to competitive basketball, he could walk, run, and swim. He channeled his determination into coaching younger players, finding a new purpose and immense gratitude for his life and mobility.
Oncologists for Osteosarcoma
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