Limb salvage versus amputation in the setting of an amended calcaneal bone biopsy report.

Abstract

Limb salvage is a common and often challenging aspect of lower extremity surgery. In some cases, the surgeon's efforts to preserve anatomy and function may conflict with patient expectations and lead to situations that require surgeons to take into consideration a variety of ethical issues. This can be particularly true in a case where an inaccurate diagnosis alters the patient's prognosis.