Biological Extremity Reconstruction after Sarcoma Resection: Past, Present, and Future. (6th June 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Holzer, Lukas A.; Leithner, Andreas
• Other Names: Tunn Per-Ulf Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Sarcoma. Volume 2013(2013)
• Publication Date: 2013-06-06
• Subjects: Sarcoma -- Periodicals; 616.994
• DOI: 10.1155/2013/529349
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1357-714X

Abstract

Abstract : In sarcoma surgery besides a wide local resection, limb salvage became more and more important. Reconstruction of bone and soft tissue defects after sarcoma resection poses a major challenge for surgeons. Nowadays a broad range of reconstructive methods exist to deal with bony defects. Among these are prostheses, bone autografts, or bone allografts. Furthermore a variety of plastic reconstructive techniques exist that allow soft tissue reconstruction or coverage after sarcoma resection. Here we discuss the historical highlights, the present role, and possible future options for biological reconstruction.