Understanding your options
Orthopaedic oncology covers benign growths, primary bone and soft tissue cancers, and cancer that has spread to bone. An accurate diagnosis is central to care.
Care for your circumstances
Treatment may involve monitoring, surgery, radiotherapy or medicines delivered through a multidisciplinary team. The plan depends on the tumour type and individual circumstances.
Questions to discuss with your clinician
Use this guide to prepare for an individual discussion. The right next step depends on your diagnosis and circumstances.
- Which condition is causing the symptoms?
- What can be managed without surgery?
- When would a procedure be worth considering?
- What are realistic goals for movement, comfort and daily activities?
Common questions
How is the treatment plan chosen?
Diagnosis, tumour type, extent of disease and your health guide the recommendation. The relevant specialist team reviews these together.
Will I need more than one type of treatment?
Some conditions need a combination of treatments. The team will explain which are appropriate and the order in which they are planned.