Sarcoma

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Proton beam therapy spares surrounding tissue when treating bone cancer

Radiation oncologist Dr. Safia Ahmed discuss sarcoma diagnoses and treatment options, including proton beam therapy.

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Be aware of the rare cancer called sarcoma

Dr. Brittany Siontis discusses the various forms of sarcoma, treatment options, and research underway on new ways to treat sarcoma.

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39 years after amputation, a new procedure is helping Mary Shalz walk comfortably

Learn how osseointegration is helping amputees regain their mobility.

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Osseointegration surgery helps amputees regain mobility

Osseointegration, the direct connection between a surgical implant and bone, helps patients with shorter amputated limbs improve mobility.

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3-year-old takes on rare cancer with a little help from his friends

Playing with superheroes and other toys is part of Rhett's morning routine at Mayo Clinic, where he's receiving targeted proton beam radiation treatment for Ewing sarcoma.