Limb Salvage Surgery for Musculoskeletal Oncology
- Author:
Wan Faisham Nu’man Wan Ismail
- Publication Type:Editorial
- Keywords:
limb salvage;
sarcoma
- From:Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
2015;22(4):1-5
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
The management of musculoskeletal tumours has progressed tremendously over the past few decades. Limb salvage surgery has become a standard practise without compromising the oncological outcome. Patients generally will benefit with superior function and a better quality of life compared with definitive amputation. The multidisciplinary approach and advancement of surgeries are important to achieve patient survival and optimum function.
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