What are spindle cell sarcomas?

Also known as: spindle cell sarcoma of the bone

A spindle cell sarcoma is a form of soft tissue cancer that most commonly affects the bones. It gets its name due to the candlestick-like spindles that the cancer cells form as they grow.

Reviewed by: Maggie Fader, MD

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