Ewing Sarcoma: The Fierce Tumor of Children

Ewing tumors, also called Ewing sarcomas, are a class of malignancies that originate in the surrounding soft tissues or bones and have a few characteristics as common. Though they can appear in any age group, older kids and teenagers, it mostly affects adolescents. Ewing sarcoma (ES) is a highly metastatic form of sarcoma and the second most common primary malignant bone tumor. Previously linked to high rates of death even after trying treatments, significant developments in multi agent adjuvant chemotherapy and local therapy have significantly raised the 5-year survival rate from less than 20% to over 70%. But problems still exist, especially with regard to the recurrence rate. Prompt identification and intervention are essential to reduce the risks of morbidity and mortality rate associated with Ewing sarcoma.