Tumor reconstruction.

Hornicek, F J; Gebhardt, M C; Sorger, J I; Mankin, H J · Orthop Clin North Am · 1999

review · Level V

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Abstract

This article discusses opinions for reconstruction of bony defects created by tumor resections. The literature is reviewed, and the results of different reconstruction methods from the Massachusetts General and Children's Hospitals' database are discussed. The authors' treatment goals and algorithms are reviewed as well as the rationale behind them.

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