♦ The aims of the bone tumour surgeon are to improve survival and maintain optimal function of the patient; this can be achieved by amputation or limb salvage♦ Limb salvage provides no greater risk to the survival of the patient than with amputation♦ Reconstruction after removal of the tumour is commonly achieved by using endoprosthetic replacements, autografts, or massive allografts♦ Complications of limb salvage include infection and difficulties associated with soft tissue reattachment and coverage of the bone replacement.
Biological agents for endoprosthetic joint replacement in patients with rheumatoid arthritis