Author:
Canadell J,Forriol F,Cara JA
Abstract
In immature long bones, radical excision of malignant tumours of the metaphysis may necessitate sacrifice of the adjacent epiphysis. To preserve the adjacent joint while allowing a safe margin of excision, we used physeal distraction before removing the tumour. From July 1984 to August 1992, we operated on 20 patients by this method. After a mean follow-up of 54 months there was no local recurrence in the epiphyseal region. Three patients had developed pulmonary metastases.
Publisher
British Editorial Society of Bone & Joint Surgery
Subject
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine,Surgery
Cited by
117 articles.
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