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Ewing’s Sarcoma — Protocols

Second most common malignant bone tumor in children/adolescents after osteosarcoma. Characterized by t(11;22) → EWS-FLI1 translocation. Common sites: diaphysis of long bones, pelvis, ribs. Onion-skin periosteal reaction on X-ray is classical. Treatment: multi-agent chemotherapy (VDC/IE), surgical resection ± radiotherapy. Overall survival ~70% in localized disease,

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Second most common malignant bone tumor in children/adolescents after osteosarcoma. Characterized by t(11;22) → EWS-FLI1 translocation. Common sites: diaphysis of long bones, pelvis, ribs. Onion-skin periosteal reaction on X-ray is classical. Treatment: multi-agent chemotherapy (VDC/IE), surgical resection ± radiotherapy. Overall survival ~70% in localized disease, <30% in metastatic.
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Question 1

What is the male to female ratio generally observed in Ewing's sarcoma?

Question 2

Which of the following tests is confirmatory for the diagnosis of Ewing's sarcoma?

Question 3

What is the typical location of Ewing's sarcoma lesions?

Question 4

Which systemic feature is often elevated in patients with Ewing's sarcoma?

Question 5

What is the most common age range for the diagnosis of Ewing's sarcoma?

Question 6

Which of the following translocations is most commonly associated with Ewing's sarcoma?

Question 7

Which imaging feature is classically associated with Ewing's sarcoma?

Question 8

What is the overall survival rate for localized Ewing's sarcoma with modern treatment?

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Which of the following is a common presenting symptom of Ewing's sarcoma?

Question 10

In the context of Ewing's sarcoma, what does the acronym PNET stand for?