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Ewing's sarcoma is a form of cancer which begins in the immature nerve tissue in the bone marrow. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Ewing's sarcoma, including information about its symptoms and how it is diagnosed and treated.
In the case of Ewing's sarcoma, diagnosis usually involves a physical exam and additional tests. This eMedTV resource identifies tests used in diagnosing Ewing's sarcoma (such as blood tests, CT scans, bone scans, and MRIs).
Factors affecting a Ewing's sarcoma prognosis include the size and location of the tumor. This eMedTV article identifies other factors that may affect the prognosis for someone with Ewing's sarcoma and provides links to additional information.
There are no Ewing's sarcoma stages. As explained in this section of the eMedTV library, cases of Ewing's sarcoma are usually classified as being localized, metastatic, or recurrent.