BONE METASTASES: AN OVERVIEW

Course overview

Bone metastases are cancers that occur in the bones secondary to a primary, usually solid tumor in other parts of the body. Among solid tumors, bone metastases occur most commonly from breast cancer and prostate cancer. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of bone metastases, including signs, symptoms and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.