Proximal major limb amputations – a retrospective analysis of 45 oncological cases

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Proximal major limb amputations due to malignant tumors have become rare but are still a valuable treatment option in palliation and in some cases can even cure. The aim of this retrospective study was to analyse outcome in those pat...

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Main Authors: Goertz Ole, Langer Stefan, Steinstraesser Lars, Hauser Joerg, Khadra Ammar, Lehnhardt Marcus, Daigeler Adrien, Steinau Hans-Ulrich
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-02-01
Series:World Journal of Surgical Oncology
Online Access:http://www.wjso.com/content/7/1/15