Endoprosthetic replacement with preservation of the epiphysis for proximal tibial reconstruction after osteosarcoma resection in children: a case report

Abstract Background Limb salvage surgery is an important method for treating malignant tumors of the bone involving the adjacent parts of the major joints in children. This technique allows for preservation of limb function, especially in the lower limb. However, the reconstruction of the proximal e...

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Published in:	BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Main Authors:	Sijie Gui, Wantong Xu, Zhengxiao Ouyang, Xiaoning Guo, Yi Shen, Huai Tao, Xia Chen, Dan Peng
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2024-07-01
Subjects:	Limb salvage Osteosarcoma Reconstruction Epiphyseal preservation Endoprosthetic replacement
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-024-07651-3