Outcomes over 30 years after megaprosthetic reconstruction of the lower limb following tumor resection: a retrospective case series of 10 patients

Despite the occurrence of frequent late complications, considerably long-term survivors following tumor endoprosthetic reconstruction in this small cohort were able to preserve ambulatory function for more than three decades, suggesting the effectiveness of this method while underscoring its lifelong risks and the necessity of long-term follow-up.

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Japanese Journal of Clinical Oncology
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2026-02-12
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https://doi.org/10.1093/jjco/hyag032
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Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment
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Outcomes over 30 years after megaprosthetic reconstruction of the lower limb following tumor resection: a retrospective case series of 10 patients

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Despite the occurrence of frequent late complications, considerably long-term survivors following tumor endoprosthetic reconstruction in this small cohort were able to preserve ambulatory function for more than three decades, suggesting the effectiveness of this method while underscoring its lifelong risks and the necessity of long-term follow-up.

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