Resection and reconstruction for bone tumors in the proximal tibia

Yaw, K.M.; Wurtz, L.D.

Orthopedic Clinics of North America 22(1): 133-148

1991


ISSN/ISBN: 0030-5898
PMID: 1992430
Document Number: 373158
The proximal tibia is a common site for both benign and malignant tumors. This article reviews pertinent anatomy, clinical presentation, and staging methods for tumors of this area. Discussion is given to various methods of resection and reconstruction with useful guidelines for procedure selection. The use of allografts for reconstruction is discussed in depth.

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