Could a modular uncemented hollow stem that can be designed according to the remaining bone stock be a good opportunity to protect the adjacent joint?
Objectives: If the remaining bone stock after bone resection in malignant tumors is insufficient for the implantation of conventional prosthetic bodies, the adjacent joint is usually sacrificed. This may lead to possible increased instability, permanent impairment of function, and increased wear of [for full text, please go to the a.m. URL]
Institutions
- Ruhrlandklinik (DE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- German Medical Science (German Research Foundation)
- Published
- 2024-10-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3205/24dkou006
- Primary Topic
- Management of metastatic bone disease
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00