MedicalTerminology DB

Meaning of osteogenic sarcoma: A cancer of the bone that usually affects the large bones of the arm or leg.

Definition of osteogenic sarcoma

A cancer of the bone that usually affects the large bones of the arm or leg. It occurs most commonly in young people and affects more males than females. Also called osteosarcoma.

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