Chondrosarcoma, a rare type of bone cancer that develops in cartilage cells, is most commonly found in the pelvis and the top parts of the thigh and arm.
Understanding Chondrosarcoma's Primary Locations
While chondrosarcoma is considered a rare bone cancer, it is notable as the most common bone cancer in adults. The most prevalent form is conventional chondrosarcoma, which tends to originate in specific skeletal regions.
These tumors frequently develop in large bones close to the body's center, including:
- Pelvis: The large bone structure connecting the spine to the legs.
- Top part of the thigh (proximal femur): The upper section of the thigh bone, close to the hip joint.
- Top part of the arm (proximal humerus): The upper section of the arm bone, near the shoulder joint.
Chondrosarcomas can also occur in other bones, but these primary sites are where they are most often identified.