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osteosarcoma

/ɒstiːoʊsɑːrˈkəʊmə/ noun · British & US
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What does osteosarcoma mean?

noun

A type of cancer that begins in the bones, often in the long bones of the arms and legs, and is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells.

Example

"The patient was diagnosed with osteosarcoma and underwent immediate treatment."

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