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Zhang P, Tian W, Li P, Zhang F, Qu G, Du X, Liu G, Niu X. The application of custom 3D-printed prostheses with ultra-short stems in the reconstruction of bone defects: a single center analysis. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1349819. [PMID: 38333079 PMCID: PMC10850231 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1349819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024] Open
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Objective: Considering the advantages and widespread presence of 3D-printing technology in surgical treatments, 3D-printed porous structure prostheses have been applied in a wide range of the treatments of bone tumor. In this research, we aimed to assess the application values of the 3D-printed custom prostheses with ultra-short stems for restoring bone defects and maintaining arthrosis in malignant bone tumors of lower extremities in children. Methods: Seven cases of pediatric patients were included in this study. In all cases, the prostheses were porous titanium alloy with ultra-short stems. MSTS 93 (Musculoskeletal Tumor Society) scores were recorded for the functional recovery of the limbs. VAS (Visual analogue scale) scores were utilized to assess the degree of painfulness for the patients. X-ray and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) were applied to evaluate the bone integration, prostheses aseptic loosening, prostheses fracture, wound healing, and tumor recurrence during follow-up. Results: During follow-up, none of the patients developed any postoperative complications, including prostheses aseptic loosening, prostheses fracture, or tumor recurrence. Radiological examinations during the follow-up showed that prostheses implanted into the residual bone were stably fitted and bone defects were effectively reconstructed. The MSTS 93 scores were 24.9 ± 2.9 (20-28). VAS scores were decreased to 5.8 ± 1.2 (4.0-7.0). No statistically significant differences in leg length discrepancy were observed at the time of the last follow-up. Conclusion: 3D-printing technology can be effectively applied throughout the entire surgical treatment procedures of malignant bone tumors, offering stable foundations for the initial stability of 3D-printed prostheses with ultra-short stems through preoperative design, intraoperative precision operation, and personalized prosthesis matching. With meticulous postoperative follow-up, close monitoring of postoperative complications was ensured. These favorable outcomes indicate that the utilization of 3D-printed custom prostheses with ultra-short stems is a viable alternative for reconstructing bone defects. However, further investigation is warranted to determine the long-term effectiveness of the 3D-printing technique.
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- Peng Zhang
- Department of Orthopedic and Soft Tissue, The Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Zhengzhou University & Henan Cancer Hospital, Zhengzhou, China
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Banskota N, Lei S, Yuan D, Fang X, Banskota S, Zhang W, Duan H. Comparing quality of life in lower extremity tumor patients undergoing limb salvage surgery and amputation: a meta-analysis. Front Oncol 2024; 13:1201202. [PMID: 38234404 PMCID: PMC10792662 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1201202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
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Purpose Limb salvage surgery and amputation are two commonly performed procedures for lower extremity tumors. When comparing these procedures in tumor patients, it is important to consider their impact on quality of life (QOL) and functional mobility. These patients often experience physical, emotional, and psychological challenges, making these factors crucial in determining the most suitable treatment approach. Method The outcomes of lower extremity tumors patients for QOL were collected from PubMed, MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane, and Google Scholar until 28 February 2023. The physical function, mental health, role function, social function, emotional function, Toronto Extremity Salvage Score, and Musculoskeletal Tumor Society Score outcomes were analyzed to determine the differences between the two procedures. Results Five articles were included according to the selection criteria with a total of 245 patients. The standard mean difference (SMD) values of each parameter were slightly higher in limb salvage surgery patients but not higher enough to produce statistically significant results; the SMD values for physical function and mental health were 0.72 and 0.04, respectively. This study did not report any heterogeneity or publication bias. Conclusions QOL is a large and enhanced term, which carries its importance and is challenging to compare between any procedures. The minimal rise in SMD of different QOL parameters highlighted only a slight advantage of limb salvage surgery over amputation. Therefore, further research is required to explore the impact of this crucial topic.
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- Nishant Banskota
- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Practice and Emergency Medicine, District Hospital Achham, Mangalsen, Sudurpaschim, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Belzarena AC, Binitie O, Letson GD, Joyce DM. Unplanned Sarcoma Excisions: Understanding How They Happen. J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev 2024; 8:01979360-202401000-00008. [PMID: 38252542 PMCID: PMC10805420 DOI: 10.5435/jaaosglobal-d-23-00176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2023] [Revised: 12/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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BACKGROUND Soft-tissue sarcomas present as a mass with nonspecific symptoms, and unplanned excisions commonly occur. The purpose of this study was to analyze the incidence of unplanned excisions performed by orthopaedic surgeons and to conduct a root cause analysis (RCA) of the steps that led to unplanned excisions in all the cases. METHODS A retrospective case-control study was conducted. Two cohorts were identified, one including patients who underwent an unplanned excision of a soft-tissue sarcoma (n = 107) and a second cohort with patients whose entire care was performed at our sarcoma center (n = 102). A RCA was conducted with the whole sample to identify the preventable causes that led to sarcoma unplanned excisions. RESULTS Orthopedic surgeons were the second group of physicians to perform the most unplanned excisions, only behind general surgeons. Inadequate imaging was encountered in 76.6% of the patients (n = 82, 95% confidence interval, 67.8 to 83.6). Forty-five patients (42.1%) had no imaging studies before the unplanned procedure. In the RCA, the most notable obstacles found were (1) incorrect assumption of a benign diagnosis, (2) failure to obtain the appropriate imaging study, (3) incorrectly reported imaging studies, (4) failure to order a biopsy, and (5) incorrect reporting of the biopsy. CONCLUSIONS Despite educational efforts, unplanned excisions and the devastating consequences that sometimes follow continue to occur. Orthopaedic surgeons persist in playing a role in the unplanned procedure burden.
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- Ana Cecilia Belzarena
- From the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO (Dr. Belzarena), and the Sarcoma Department, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL (Dr. Binitie, Dr. Letson, and Dr. Joyce)
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- From the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO (Dr. Belzarena), and the Sarcoma Department, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL (Dr. Binitie, Dr. Letson, and Dr. Joyce)
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- From the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO (Dr. Belzarena), and the Sarcoma Department, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL (Dr. Binitie, Dr. Letson, and Dr. Joyce)
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- From the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO (Dr. Belzarena), and the Sarcoma Department, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL (Dr. Binitie, Dr. Letson, and Dr. Joyce)
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Karnawat A, Krishnan CK, Ramachandran V, Raja A. Distally Based Pedicled Fibula Flap for Reconstruction of Distal Tibia After Oncological Resection: A Case Series and Review of Literature. Indian J Orthop 2023; 57:1901-1905. [PMID: 37881296 PMCID: PMC10593635 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-023-00999-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023]
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Reconstruction of distal tibial defects pose a difficult challenge because the bone is subcutaneous and close to the tendons and neurovascular bundles. Distally based pedicled fibula with retrograde flow can be used for the reconstruction of distal tibial defects. This is based on the communicating branch of the peroneal artery to the posterior tibial artery. We present three cases of distal tibia primary tumours which were resected and reconstructed using recycled autograft plus distally based pedicled fibula and ankle arthrodesis. This pedicled retrograde fibula flap is a novel technique for the reconstruction of distal tibial defects after oncological resections. It provides a vascularized graft without the need for microvascular surgery and without violating the normal limb. Meticulous dissection of and preservation of the communicating branches between the peroneal artery and the posterior tibial artery with confirmation of retrograde flow before dividing the proximal peroneal pedicle is sine quo non for the success of this graft. This flap overcomes the drawback of the limited arc of rotation and limited reach of proximal pedicle-based flap for distal tibial reconstruction. Long-term functional outcomes, limb shortening associated with this flap, and its effect on functional outcomes remain to be ascertained.
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- Anand Karnawat
- Department of Surgical Oncology, Cancer Institute (WIA), 38, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai, 600036 India
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Cancer Institute (WIA), 38, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai, 600036 India
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Cancer Institute (WIA), 38, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai, 600036 India
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Cancer Institute (WIA), 38, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai, 600036 India
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Gong T, Lu M, Wang J, Zhang Y, Wang Y, Tang F, Li Z, Zhou Y, Min L, Luo Y, Tu C. 3D-Printed Modular Endoprosthesis Reconstruction Following Total Calcanectomy in Calcaneal Malignancy. Foot Ankle Int 2023; 44:1021-1029. [PMID: 37542414 DOI: 10.1177/10711007231185334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND The use of 3D-printed endoprosthesis has been proposed as a viable limb-salvage procedure following total calcanectomy in patients with calcaneal malignancy. However, certain drawbacks persist concerning the prosthetic design. In this case series, we designed a modular endoprosthesis incorporating a novel drainage system, aiming to improve the functional outcomes and to promote wound healing. METHODS We retrospectively analyzed patients with calcaneal malignancy who underwent 3D-printed modular endoprosthesis reconstruction. Clinically, we evaluated functional outcomes using the 10-cm visual analog scale (VAS) score, the 1993 version of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS-93) score, and the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) hindfoot score. Complications were also recorded. RESULTS Five male patients met the final inclusion criteria. The median age was 20 years (range 13-47 years). The median follow-up time was 28 months (range, 13-65 months). Median postoperative functional MSTS-93, VAS, and AOFAS scores were 27 points (range, 25-29), 0 points (range, 0-1), and 86 points (range, 83-93), respectively. Wound healing was observed in all patients, and there were no complications related to the endoprosthesis at the last follow-up. CONCLUSION The use of 3D-printed modular endoprosthesis was associated with satisfactory short-term outcomes in patients undergoing calcaneal reconstruction. The incorporation of a novel design featuring an integrated draining system has the potential to enhance wound healing and expedite functional recovery. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, case series.
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- Taojun Gong
- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
- Model Worker and Craftsman Talent Innovation Workshop of Sichuan province, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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Hegazi TM, Aljamaan YM, Alghamdi SG, Alsaygh JS, Awary KB, Aladel FI, Elazomy MR, Almousa SA. Review of Soft Tissue Masses of the Foot and Ankle: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Features. SAUDI JOURNAL OF MEDICINE & MEDICAL SCIENCES 2023; 11:117-125. [PMID: 37252018 PMCID: PMC10211414 DOI: 10.4103/sjmms.sjmms_66_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2022] [Revised: 04/13/2022] [Accepted: 09/25/2022] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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A large number of soft tissue masses affect the foot and ankle, with the majority being benign. Benign and malignant soft tissue lesions usually present as lumps, and it is important to differentiate between them to allow for optimal management. Imaging, in particular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), can contribute to narrow the differential diagnosis of soft tissue masses of the foot and ankle by describing its exact location, internal signal characteristics, presence of enhancement, and its relation to adjacent structures. In this review, we review the literature to describe the most common soft tissue masses around the foot and ankle, focusing on the MRI features of the lesions.
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- Tarek M. Hegazi
- Department of Radiology, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Radiology, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Radiology, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Radiology, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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Hamrouni N, Højvig JH, Petersen MM, Hettwer W, Jensen LT, Bonde CT. Total calcaneal reconstruction using a massive bone allograft and a distally pedicled osteocutaneous fibula flap: A novel technique to prevent amputation after calcaneal malignancy. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2023; 76:44-48. [PMID: 36516510 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2022.10.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2022] [Revised: 07/23/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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In patients with primary calcaneal malignancies, such as Ewing's sarcoma, radical treatment with amputation of the foot can result in serious functional impairment and chronic pain. Total calcanectomy followed by the reconstruction of the calcaneal defect offers an alternative treatment to amputation. Capanna et al. described a technique for successfully reconstructing long limb segmental bone defects using a free fibula flap placed within the intramedullary canal of an allograft. We present both a review of the literature on calcaneal reconstruction and describe how the principles of Capanna can be adapted to reconstruct the calcaneus. Total calcanectomy due to Ewing's sarcoma and the subsequent application of this novel reconstructive technique was performed in two young patients aged 5 and 16 years. The reconstruction was achieved by inserting a distally pedicled osteocutaneous fibula flap within the reamed canal of an allograft and placing the composite in the calcaneal defect. Reconstruction was successful with complete bone union between the allograft and the adjacent bone. There were no fractures or infections and both flaps survived. Functional outcome was assessed with a physiotherapist at a follow-up period of 2 years postoperatively, showing near-normal ambulance. This novel technique proved excellent as a limb salvage procedure, avoiding amputation, and offering a satisfactory oncological and functional outcome.
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- Nizar Hamrouni
- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Treatment, Center of Head, Neck and Orthopedics, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet, Inge Lehmannsvej 6, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark.
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Treatment, Center of Head, Neck and Orthopedics, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet, Inge Lehmannsvej 6, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Center of Head, Neck and Orthopedics, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet, Inge Lehmannsvej 6, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Center of Head, Neck and Orthopedics, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet, Inge Lehmannsvej 6, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Treatment, Center of Head, Neck and Orthopedics, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet, Inge Lehmannsvej 6, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Treatment, Center of Head, Neck and Orthopedics, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet, Inge Lehmannsvej 6, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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Wang J, Yu X, Zheng K, Xu M. Limb salvage surgery for calcaneal chondrosarcoma: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e31578. [PMID: 36595783 PMCID: PMC9794288 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000031578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Limb salvage surgery for calcaneal sarcomas remains challenging due to its poor compartmentalization. While below-knee amputation is still the standard choice of operative treatment, total calcanectomy with or without reconstruction was advocated. This report aims to analyze the clinical outcome of calcaneal reconstruction with cement and replantation in situ after the inactivation of tumor. METHODS We describe a 73-year-old male patient who suffered chronic pain and increasingly larger neoplasm in the left foot for about 3 years. Based on the results of percutaneous biopsy, a diagnosis of chondrosarcoma was made. RESULTS The patient underwent total calcanectomy, inactivation of calcaneus tumor, and reconstruction with cement. The Achilles tendon was detached through a Cincinnati incision. No adverse events occurred both during and after the surgery. At the last follow-up of 29 months, the patient claimed no pain, no evident limp, or any limitation of daily activities. Image examination, weight-bearing test, and MSTS score revealed a satisfactory result. CONCLUSION Calcaneal reconstruction with bone cement after total calcanectomy, inactivation of calcaneus tumor, and replantation in situ is likely to provide a feasible surgical choice and a satisfactory clinical outcome.
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- Jingming Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, The 960th Hospital of Chinese People’s Liberation Army, Jinan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The 960th Hospital of Chinese People’s Liberation Army, Jinan, China
- * Correspondence: Xiuchun Yu, Department of Orthopaedics, The 960th Hospital of Chinese People’s Liberation Army, Jinan, China (e-mail: )
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The 960th Hospital of Chinese People’s Liberation Army, Jinan, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The 960th Hospital of Chinese People’s Liberation Army, Jinan, China
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Liang H, Wang J, Yang Y, Niu T, Du Z, Zang J, Wei R, Yan T, Tang X, Guo W. Reconstruction With a 3D-Printed Megaprosthesis With Ankle Arthrodesis After Distal Tibial Tumor Resection. Foot Ankle Int 2022; 43:1450-1459. [PMID: 35932107 DOI: 10.1177/10711007221115188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Reconstruction after en bloc resection of the distal tibia has remained an unsettled issue despite many attempts with bone grafts or prostheses in the past. Failures of the previous methods have been attributed to inadequate mechanical strength, poor articular stability, failed osseointegration, and poor soft tissue coverage. To overcome these shortcomings, we designed and applied a 3D-printed megaprosthesis with ankle arthrodesis. METHODS A total of 13 patients underwent resection of a distal tibial tumor and reconstruction with a 3D-printed distal tibial megaprosthesis between January 2017 and November 2020. Mean age was 14.9±6.5 years. Diagnoses included 11 cases of osteosarcoma and 1 case each of low-grade phosphaturic mesenchymal tumor and rhabdomyosarcoma. Baseline characteristics, operative data, complication profiles, and oncologic, and functional outcomes were reviewed and analyzed. RESULTS All 13 cases attained a wide or marginal resection. During a mean follow-up of 26.8±10.6 months, 1 patient experienced local recurrence and distant metastasis, whereas 3 other patients only developed distant metastasis. Periprosthetic infection subsequent to paronychia occurred in 1 patient 24 months after the operation. No other complications were observed. By the last follow-up, the mean MSTS-93 score was 28.0±1.5. CONCLUSION In this relatively small cohort with short-term follow-up, reconstruction with the 3D-printed megaprosthesis with ankle arthrodesis was found to be a safe and efficacious method after resection of a distal tibial malignancy.
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- Haijie Liang
- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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Rodríguez-Zamorano P, Galán-Olleros M, Manrique E, Puerto Velázquez MG, García-Maroto R, Galeote Rodríguez E, Marco F, Cebrián-Parra JL. Synovial Sarcoma of the Foot as an Atypical Cause of Persistent Metatarsalgia: A Report of 3 Cases. JBJS Case Connect 2022; 12:01709767-202209000-00024. [PMID: 35977038 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.22.00282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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CASE Three cases of atypical metatarsalgia are presented, all diagnosed with foot synovial sarcomas (SSs) at different stages of evolution, after a year of medical consultations. One case was treated with marginal excision without requiring bone excision; the second patient required amputation of the first ray; and the third patient, with advanced disease, required amputation through Chopart's joint. CONCLUSION Metatarsalgia is a recurrent reason for consultation in orthopaedics. Even so, patients with persistent symptoms should be studied further in depth. Computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging can detect tumor pathology, such as SS, of insidious development.
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Madrid, Spain
- Surgery Department, Complutense University, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Madrid, Spain
- Surgery Department, Complutense University, Madrid, Spain
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Elbahri HMH, Abd-Elmaged HMA, Abdulkarim M. Osteosarcoma of the distal fibula and reconstruction of the ankle using inverted fibula, a case report. Int J Surg Case Rep 2022; 96:107310. [PMID: 35716620 PMCID: PMC9213240 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2022.107310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 06/11/2022] [Accepted: 06/11/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Osteosarcomas are malignant primary bone tumors of mesenchymal origin producing osteoid material and has peak incidence in adolescents. Distal lower limb tumors are rare and can negatively affect ankle joint stability. CASE PRESENTATION A 24-year-old female who has newly graduated from college presented with distal fibular mass measuring around 5 × 15 cm located on the lateral aspect of the right ankle over a period of 2 months. The mass located on the lateral aspect of the right ankle that was hard, oval and measuring around 5 × 15 cm and originating from the fibula. The overlying skin was normal with no discharging sinuses. Distal neurovascular examination was normal with no lymphadenopathy. Imaging using X-rays and MRI as well as pathological examinations thereafter has proven the diagnosis. She was planned for wide surgical resection at distal fibula and ankle reconstruction after neoadjuvant chemotherapy, then for adjuvant chemotherapy. Ankle reconstruction using fibular autograft was used after its reversal and was then stabilization by syndesmotic screws. She has clinically good outcome. CLINICAL DISCUSSION Surgery with extensive and meticulous dissection remains the cornerstone for treating osteosarcomas affecting distal fibula. Neoadjuvant and adjuvant chemotherapy are important for managing micro-metastasis. Ankle reconstruction and be performed using different methods with good outcomes. CONCLUSION Lesson learnt is that ankle reconstruction using fibular autograft can be used after reversal and stabilization by screws with good outcome for managing distal fibular osteosarcomas. However, this finding needs to be strengthened with future reports.
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- Alzaiem Alazhari University, Department of Surgery, Sudan,Corresponding author.
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Karadeniz S, Yurtbay A, Albayrak B, Büyükceran İ, Dabak N. A Study to Determine the Incidence and Distribution Patterns of Foot and Ankle Tumors in Bone and Soft Tissue. Cureus 2022; 14:e25598. [PMID: 35784979 PMCID: PMC9249027 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.25598] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Objectives: The aim of this study is to determine the incidence and distribution patterns of foot and ankle tumors in bone and soft tissue in a university tumor institute, to help the correct evaluation of uncertain masses, to take the right steps in advanced diagnosis and treatment, and to contribute to future research. Materials and methods: A retrospective analysis of a total of 164 foot and ankle cases examined by a multidisciplinary bone and soft-tissue tumors care team between January 2004 and December 2021 was performed from a database in which patient information was recorded in our tertiary university hospital. Thirty-three (20.1%) of 164 patients were discussed in the tumor council and evaluated as having the non-tumor disease. All of these patients were excluded from the study. A total of 131 patients diagnosed with tumors were included in this study. Results: The lesion was determined as a benign tumor in 84 (64.1%) cases of 131 tumor patients included in the study. Of these 84 patients, 40 (47.6%) were identified as benign bone lesions and 44 (52.4%) as benign soft-tissue lesions. Malignancy was determined in 47 (35.9%) of 131 patients, affecting the bone in 14 (29.8%) patients and the soft tissue in 33 (70.2%). The malignant soft-tissue lesion most determined was malignant mesenchymal tumor in 10 (30.3%) patients, of which one had lung metastasis and one was determined with multiple metastases. Metastasis was detected in eight patients in total, including three metastatic malignant bone tumors and five metastatic malignant soft-tissue tumors. Conclusions: Tumors involving the foot and ankle are not frequently encountered, and most tumors in this region are benign. The anatomic structure of the foot allows early diagnosis, but for diagnosis to be made, there must first be clinical suspicion. The first symptom is generally swelling. Early diagnosis can prevent several complications. Therefore, patients with foot and ankle complaints must be taken seriously and evaluated with advanced tests if necessary.
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Fan J, Ma Z, Li M, Xiao X, Lu Y, Huang M, Ji C, Wang Z, Chen G, Li J. Intercalary tibial reconstruction with frozen tumor-bearing autograft in combination with ipsilateral fibula in limb-salvage surgery. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2022; 75:3149-3154. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2022.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2022] [Revised: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 06/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Uddin A, Flanagan G, Reilly I. Surgical excision of complex lipoma from the foot: A case report. Clin Case Rep 2022; 10:e5953. [PMID: 35769241 PMCID: PMC9210133 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.5953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2022] [Revised: 05/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Malignant soft tissue tumors of the foot and ankle are rare but diagnostic imaging and/or interventional biopsy are vital to establish the nature and grading of a suspicious tumor prior to definitive surgical intervention. The purpose of the study is to provide an account on how a symptomatic mass of the plantar aspect of the foot warranted a referral to a sarcoma center, highlighting the importance of having access to diagnostic imaging and a pathway to refer suspected cases to specialist centers. A single patient with a symptomatic soft tissue tumor of the plantar foot was referred from our service to the regional sarcoma center who considered to be benign, and therefore, open surgical resection was performed by our team. Histopathological analysis identified the excised mass as a lipoma. At 2 years, postoperatively there was no recurrence, and the patient presented with an asymptomatic foot. United Kingdom (UK) guidelines suggest that all soft tissue masses of suspicious nature, greater than 50 mm, deep seated irrespective of size, or fast growing lesions should be referred to a sarcoma unit prior to surgical management. European guidance identifies a threshold of 15 mm for a mass in the foot. Patients presenting with red flag symptoms irrespective of size of mass should be referred to a sarcoma center. Advanced imaging and multidisciplinary input to enable appropriate surgical planning is recommended for suspicious soft tissue tumors that present to the foot and ankle surgeon.
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- Akram Uddin
- Department of Podiatric SurgeryNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustNorthamptonshireUK
- Department of Podiatric SurgeryEssex Partnership University NHS Foundation TrustBedfordUK
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- Department of Podiatric SurgeryNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustNorthamptonshireUK
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- Department of Podiatric SurgeryNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustNorthamptonshireUK
- Department of PodiatryUniversity of HuddersfieldHuddersfieldUK
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Torner F, Nuñez JH, Inarejos Clemente EJ, Garraus M, Suñol M, Martínez AD, Moreno D. Total calcaneal allograft reconstruction of an Ewing's sarcoma in a child: Outcome and review of the literature. Cancer Rep (Hoboken) 2022; 5:e1626. [PMID: 35583247 PMCID: PMC9458496 DOI: 10.1002/cnr2.1626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2021] [Revised: 04/24/2022] [Accepted: 04/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Ewing's sarcoma rarely presents in bones of the feet. Surgical management usually includes amputation. Limb sparing surgery is anecdotal. CASE We report the case of a 13-year-old boy with an Ewing sarcoma in his calcaneus who had a calcaneal reconstruction with total calcaneus allograft after induction chemotherapy. CONCLUSIONS At 42 months of follow-up our patient remains disease free and functionally intact. A review of the exceptional limb salvage procedure options for malignant calcaneus tumor was performed.
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- Ferran Torner
- Tumor Unit, Department of Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital Sant Joan de Deu, Universitat De Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Pediatric Department of Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital Sant Joan de Deu, Universitat De Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.,Department of Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospital of Mutua Terrassa, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Oncology and Hematology, Hospital Sant Joan de Deu, Universitat De Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Pathology, Hospital Sant Joan de Déu, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Pediatric Department of Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital Sant Joan de Deu, Universitat De Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Pediatric Department of Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital Sant Joan de Deu, Universitat De Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Kheiran A, Eastley NC, Hanson JR, McCulloch TA, Allen PE, Ashford RU. The importance of the early appropriate management of foot and ankle soft tissue sarcomas - experiences of a regional sarcoma service. Foot (Edinb) 2022; 50:101866. [PMID: 35219135 DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2021.101866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2021] [Revised: 07/16/2021] [Accepted: 09/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Soft tissue sarcomas (STS) are a group of rare malignant tumours that can occur at almost any anatomical location in patients of any age, which often present to health care professional working outside a recognised sarcoma service. A review of foot and ankle STSs was conducted, reporting on patient and tumour characteristics, and patient outcome following surgery performed within and outside our sarcoma service. PATIENTS AND METHODS A retrospective review of all foot and ankle STSs managed by our sarcoma service over a 14 year period was performed. Patient demographics, tumour characteristics, management and patient outcomes including recurrence rates and survival were analysed. RESULTS Twenty-six patients were analysed (16F:10M) with a mean age of 57.7 years (range 17-87). The mean follow-up was 6.3 years (range 1-16). Sixteen tumours involved the foot, nine the ankle, and one spanned the foot and ankle. Mean tumour size was 4.3 cm (range 0.8-15), although 61% of cases were smaller than 4 cm, and almost one third of cases smaller than 1 cm. Seven of 26 (27%) cases were diagnosed after an unplanned excision performed by non sarcoma surgeons. These patients were more likely to undergo an incomplete tumour excision (p < 0.001), suffer local recurrence (p = 0.001), and eventually undergo a secondary amputation (p = 0.034) than those patients managed exclusively by a sarcoma service. Overall, 12 (46%) patients died of their disease during follow up, equating to a five-year survival rate of 69%. CONCLUSION Our data shows that unplanned excisions continue to be performed on foot and ankle STSs, and that these have detrimental effects on patients. Despite this, our results also show that these complex patients can be managed successfully when referred appropriately to a sarcoma service, prior to any surgical treatment. This highlights the importance of vigilance amongst all health care professionals managing any foot or ankle lumps, regardless of their size.
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- Amin Kheiran
- East Midlands Sarcoma Service, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, United Kingdom; Department of Cancer and Genome Biology, The University of Leicester, United Kingdom
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- East Midlands Sarcoma Service, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, United Kingdom; Department of Cancer and Genome Biology, The University of Leicester, United Kingdom.
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- East Midlands Sarcoma Service, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, United Kingdom
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- East Midlands Sarcoma Service, Nottingham City Hospital, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom
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- East Midlands Sarcoma Service, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, United Kingdom
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- East Midlands Sarcoma Service, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, United Kingdom; East Midlands Sarcoma Service, Nottingham City Hospital, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom; Leicester Cancer Research Centre, University of Leicester, United Kingdom
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Campanacci DA, Scoccianti G. Benign and Malignant Tumors in Child Foot. Foot Ankle Clin 2021; 26:851-871. [PMID: 34752241 DOI: 10.1016/j.fcl.2021.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Bone tumors affecting pediatric foot are a rare occurrence. Most lesions are benign, but a thorough diagnostic evaluation must always be performed to rule out malignant tumors. Approach to benign lesions is conservative, from observation follow-up to curettage or mininvasive techniques. In malignant lesions, a wide resection must be performed and same protocols applied as in tumors affecting other skeletal sites. Reconstructive procedures should aim to mechanical stability and long-lasting results; joint motion restoring can be attempted when not negatively affecting stability. Amputation procedures should be considered as a still viable choice because of their good functional result in the foot.
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- Domenico Andrea Campanacci
- Department of Orthopaedic Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Largo Brambilla 3, Firenze 50134, Italy.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Largo Brambilla 3, Firenze 50134, Italy
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Gümüştaş SA, Çevik HB, Kayahan S. An Epidemiological Study of Primary Bone Tumors of the Fibula. THE ARCHIVES OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY 2021; 9:548-553. [PMID: 34692938 DOI: 10.22038/abjs.2020.47057.2299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2020] [Accepted: 12/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background Relatively low incidence has led to an under-rating of fibula tumors. This study aimed to evaluate fibula tumors as a whole and to give detailed information based on histological types according to the anatomic location of the tumors in the fibula. Methods Evaluation was made of all the primary bone tumors of the fibula recorded in our bone tumor registry and institute of pathology from 2007 to 2018. Of these, 62 cases were identified. Analysis included assessment of age, gender, tumor localization, the presenting symptoms, the duration of symptoms, and treatment methods. Results There were 48 (77.4%%) benign and 14 (22.6%) malignant tumors. The most commonly found benign tumors were non-ossifying fibroma (12/48; 25%) and aneurysmal bone cyst (12/48; 25%), and the malignant tumors were chondrosarcoma (3/14; 21.4%) and chondroblastic osteosarcoma (3/14; 21.4%). The most common location for both benign and malignant tumors (58.3%, 71.4%) are the proximal fibula, followed by the distal fibula (27.1%, 28.6%) and the diaphysis (14.6%, 0%). Six (9.7%) patients presented with pathological fibula fractures. Conclusion Fibular tumors are rarely encountered in clinical practice but are mostly benign, with malignancy determined in approximately a quarter of patients. However, as most benign tumors are asymptomatic, and therefore remain undetected, the actual proportion of malignant tumors will be much lower.
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- Seyit Ali Gümüştaş
- University of Health Sciences, Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Research and Training Hospital, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, İstanbul, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Research and Training Hospital, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Ankara, Turkey
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- University of Health Sciences, Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Research and Training Hospital, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, İstanbul, Turkey
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Khal AA, Zucchini R, Giannini C, Sambri A, Donati DM, De Paolis M. Distal Fibula Reconstruction in Primary Malignant Tumours. Curr Oncol 2021; 28:3463-3473. [PMID: 34590617 PMCID: PMC8482106 DOI: 10.3390/curroncol28050299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2021] [Revised: 09/02/2021] [Accepted: 09/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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(1) Background: Restoration of ankle biomechanics after distal fibula (DF) resection in bone sarcomas can be performed with different techniques. We report the functional and oncological outcomes of a case series; (2) Methods: Ten patients (5 females and 5 males) with a mean age of 27 years (range 10-71) were retrospectively evaluated. Following the resection, different techniques were used to reconstruct the ankle: tibiotalar arthrodesis, residual lateral malleolus fixed to the tibia, non-vascularized or rotational vascularized fibula transposition and intercalary allograft. All complications were recorded, and the functional outcomes were evaluated; (3) Results: The mean follow-up time was 54 months (range, 13-116). Six patients were free of disease while four patients died of disease. All patients had a stable ankle and bone union, which was achieved after a mean of 9.4 months (range 3-20). The mean MSTS Score was 26.7 (range 21-30). Chronic ankle pain and peroneal external nerve palsy were observed. Patients underwent additional surgeries for deep infection and for equinus ankle deformity. No local recurrence was observed. Metastasis occurred in four patients after a mean of 14.7 months (range 2-34); (4) Conclusions: After DF resection, the restoration of ankle biomechanics gives acceptable functional results, but a larger series of patients with long-time follow-up are required to confirm the durability of the reconstruction.
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- Adyb Adrian Khal
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400000 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Department of Orthopaedics, Lenval University Children’s Hospital, 06200 Nice, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Oncology, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (R.Z.); (C.G.); (D.M.D.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Oncology, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (R.Z.); (C.G.); (D.M.D.)
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy;
- Department of Orthopaedics, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria di Bologna, 40138 Bologna, Italy;
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- Department of Orthopaedic Oncology, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (R.Z.); (C.G.); (D.M.D.)
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), University of Bologna, 40126 Bologna, Italy;
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- Department of Orthopaedics, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria di Bologna, 40138 Bologna, Italy;
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Zhao Z, Yan T, Guo W, Yang R, Tang X. Is double-strut fibula ankle arthrodesis a reliable reconstruction for bone defect after distal tibia tumor resection?-a finite element study based on promising clinical outcomes. J Orthop Surg Res 2021; 16:230. [PMID: 33781282 PMCID: PMC8006370 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-021-02362-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background There are different surgical methods for primary malignant tumor located at distal tibia. Previous studies have reported that double-strut fibula ankle arthrodesis is an alternative option. The purpose of this study was to investigate the biomechanical effect of double-strut fibula ankle arthrodesis by finite element analysis (FEA). Methods Computer-aided design software was used to establish three-dimension models. Three different models were constructed: normal tibia-fibula-talus complex (model A), double-strut fibula ankle arthrodesis (model B), and reconstruction by ipsilateral fibula (model C). We used FEA to evaluate and compare the biomechanical characteristics of these constructs. Simulated load of 600 N was applied to the tibial plateau to simulate balanced single-foot standing. Output results representing the model von Mises stress and displacement of the components were analyzed. Results Construct stiffness was increased when the internal plate fixation was used. For axial load, model B (1460.5 N/mm) was stiffer than the construct of model A (524.8 N/mm), and model C (636.6 N/mm), indicating model B was more stable. Maximum stress on the fibular graft occurred on the proximal end. The von Mises stress and stress distribution of fibular graft in model B (71.4 MPa) and model C (67.8 MPa) were similar. In model B, the ipsilateral fibula in model B has a higher value of stress (16.1 MPa) than that in model A (0.5 MPa), indicating the ipsilateral fibula shared load after fusion with talus. Conclusions Our computational findings suggest that double-strut fibula ankle arthrodesis is an acceptable construct for distal tibia defect and the ipsilateral fibula shares load after fusion with talus. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s13018-021-02362-0.
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- Zhiqing Zhao
- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China.
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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Smolle MA, Leithner A, Kapper M, Demmer G, Trost C, Bergovec M, Windhager R, Hobusch GM. Complications, mobility, and quality of life in ankle sarcoma patients. Bone Joint J 2021; 103-B:553-561. [PMID: 33641415 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.103b3.bjj-2020-1308.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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AIMS The aims of the study were to analyze differences in surgical and oncological outcomes, as well as quality of life (QoL) and function in patients with ankle sarcomas undergoing three forms of surgical treatment, minor or major limb salvage surgery (LSS), or amputation. METHODS A total of 69 patients with ankle sarcomas, treated between 1981 and 2017 at two tumour centres, were retrospectively reviewed (mean age at surgery: 46.3 years (SD 22.0); 31 females (45%)). Among these 69 patients 25 were analyzed prospectively (mean age at latest follow-up: 61.2 years (SD 20.7); 11 females (44%)), and assessed for mobility using the Prosthetic Limb Users Survey of Mobility (PLUS-M; for amputees only), the Toronto Extremity Salvage Score (TESS), and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Activity Score. Individual QoL was evaluated in these 25 patients using the five-level EuroQol five-dimension (EQ-5D-5L) and Fragebogen zur Lebenszufriedenheit/Questions on Life Satisfaction (FLZ). RESULTS Of the total number of patients in the study, 22 (32%) underwent minor LSS and 22 (32%) underwent major LSS; 25 underwent primary amputation (36%). Complications developed in 26 (38%) patients, and were more common in those with major or minor LSS in comparison to amputation (59% vs 36% vs 20%; p = 0.022). A time-dependent trend towards higher complication risk following any LSS was present (relative risk: 0.204; 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.026 to 1.614; p = 0.095). In the prospective cohort, mean TESS was higher following minor LSS in comparison to amputation (91.0 vs 67.3; p = 0.006), while there was no statistically significant difference between major LSS and amputation (81.6 vs 67.3; p = 0.099). There was no difference in mean UCLA (p = 0.334) between the three groups (p = 0.334). None of the items in FLZ or EQ-5D-5L were different between the three groups (all p > 0.05), except for FLZ item "self-relation", being lower in amputees. CONCLUSION Complications are common following LSS for ankle sarcomas. QoL is comparable between patients with LSS or amputation, despite better mobility scores for patients following minor LSS. We conclude that these results allow a decision for amputation to be made more easily in patients particularly where the principles of oncological surgery would otherwise be at risk. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2021;103-B(3):553-561.
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- Maria Anna Smolle
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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Wang J, Du Z, Yang R, Tang X, Guo W. Lateral malleolus en bloc resection for the distal fibula osteosarcoma based on a new classification and proposed reconstruction choice: Analysis of 6 cases prognosis and literature review. Foot Ankle Surg 2020; 26:855-863. [PMID: 31874789 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2019.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2018] [Revised: 09/21/2019] [Accepted: 11/08/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Amputation has been regarded as the standard surgical treatment for distal fibula osteosarcoma. With the advances in surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy, it have made limb salvage possible. However, the choice of a specific reconstruction procedure is frequently based on the surgeon's preference and it lacks of guidelines and high quality studies with the objective result on the subject. MATERIALS AND METHODS Six patients with the distal fibular osteosarcoma which were received biological reconstruction were retrospectively reviewed at our bone tumor center from November 2003 to November 2015. There were 6 male with a mean age of 24.2 years (range, 12-47 years). The minimum follow-up duration was 53.3 months (median, 96.3 months; average, 108.4 months; range, 53.3-204.1 months). No patient was lost at the last follow-up. All data were obtained from the clinical and radiograph records. Furthermore, the literature review was based on the Google Scholar, Medline, EMBASE and Pubmed databases. The search was performed using the terms "distal fibula", "lower limb tumour", "sarcoma", "fibular metastasis" and "limb-salvage surgery" for the literature review from 1979 to 2017. RESULTS Of the six patients with the final follow-up in the present study, four cases (83.3%, 4/6) achieved excellent prognosis without oncologic complications. A second surgical procedure was performed in two patients, one to treat local recurrence and one to receive metastasectomy due to the pulmonary metastasis. Case 6 received the below knee amputation due to recurrence. All the cases available for functional evaluation at the final follow-up had a mean functional MSTS score of 29.6 (range, 28-30) except case 6 receiving the amputation below the knee. Meanwhile, the VAS evaluation had a mean functional score of 0.2 points (range, 0-1 points). The results of our cohort and literature review illustrated that the patient with the malignant tumor of lateral malleolus could obtain excellent oncological prognosis and ankle function. CONCLUSIONS We have provided treatment recommendations depending on the tumor volume and associated extent and proposed the primary ankle arthrodesis was performed after en bloc resection of Type II and III lateral malleolus osteosarcoma, based on the proposed classification. Furthermore, the patient with the malignant tumor of lateral malleolus could obtain excellent oncological prognosis.
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- Jun Wang
- Peking University People's Hospital, Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, 100044 Beijing, China.
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- Peking University People's Hospital, Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, 100044 Beijing, China.
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- Peking University People's Hospital, Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, 100044 Beijing, China.
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- Peking University People's Hospital, Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, 100044 Beijing, China.
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- Peking University People's Hospital, Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, 100044 Beijing, China.
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Rammelt S, Fritzsche H, Hofbauer C, Schaser KD. Malignant tumours of the foot and ankle. Foot Ankle Surg 2020; 26:363-370. [PMID: 31126797 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2019.05.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2018] [Revised: 12/25/2018] [Accepted: 05/07/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Tumours of the foot and ankle constitute about 4-5% of all musculoskeletal tumours with the majority of them being benign. Diagnosis of malignant soft tissue or bone tumours is frequently delayed because of the relatively low prevalence and uncommon presentation at the foot and ankle. Suspicious lesions or lumps should be subjected to CT, MRI and biopsy. Subfascial location, lump size more than 5 cm, increase in size, painful and recurrent tumours should raise the suspicion of malignancy and lead to patient referral to a designated tumour centre. Neoadjuvant and adjuvant systemic chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy, isolated limb perfusion (ILP) and hyperthermia for malignant tumours have to be discussed in a multidisciplinary tumour board. With the advances in local and free tissue transfer, limb-sparing techniques have increasingly replaced primary amputations thus preserving lower limb function as much as possible without compromising on the principles of oncologic resection.
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- Stefan Rammelt
- University Centre of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Dresden, Germany.
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- University Centre of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Dresden, Germany
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- University Centre of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Dresden, Germany
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- University Centre of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Dresden, Germany
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Mariotti F, Caravelli S, Mosca M, Massimi S, Casadei R, Zaffagnini S. Achilles tendon reconstruction with peroneus tendon transfer following epithelioid sarcoma resection: a rare case report at 5 years follow-up. J Exp Orthop 2020; 7:16. [PMID: 32211974 PMCID: PMC7093624 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-020-00233-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2020] [Accepted: 03/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Soft-tissue sarcomas (STS) are rare in hand and foot. In this paper we present a case of reconstruction of Achilles tendon defect with peroneus brevis transfer reinforced with medial gastrocnemius fascia and plantaris tendon after excision of a local recurrence of epithelioid sarcoma. CASE PRESENTATION Fifty-five years-old female. MRI showed a lump of 5 × 2,5 × 2 cm into Achille's tendon with invasion of the anterior fat tissue but no invasion of the surrounding bones. The patient underwent excision of the tumour and reconstruction of the tendinous defect with peroneus brevis transfer. Surgical technique has been widely described. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS Epithelioid sarcoma arising from the Achilles tendon is an extremely rare malignant tumour in an atypical site and may easily be confused with other soft tissue masses. It presents a technical challenge because of the large tendon defect remaining following wide resection. Reconstruction with peroneus brevis transfer, reinforced with medial gastrocnemius fascia and plantaris tendon, restore appropriate structural continuity and resistance. Functional results are satisfactory.
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Limb Salvage and Reconstruction Options in Osteosarcoma. ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2020; 1257:13-29. [PMID: 32483727 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-43032-0_2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Advances in chemotherapy, sophisticated imaging, and surgical techniques over the last few decades have allowed limb-salvage surgery (LSS) to become the preferred surgical treatment for bone sarcomas of the extremities. The goal of LLS is to maximize limb functionality to allow for the maintenance of quality of life without compromising overall survival and tumor local recurrence rates. Today, limb-salvage procedures are performed on 80-95% of patients with extremity osteosarcoma, and the 5-year survival rate in extremity osteosarcoma patients is now 60-75%.This chapter will focus on LSS for extremity osteosarcoma. Common types of surgical reconstruction techniques including endoprostheses, intercalary or osteoarticular allografts, vascularized fibular autografts, and allograft prosthetic composites (APC), and their complications such as infection, local recurrence, graft fracture, implant failure, and nonunion will be discussed in detail. Anatomic locations of lesions discussed include the proximal femur, distal femur, proximal tibia, distal tibia, proximal humerus, distal humerus, and forearm bones.
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Ebeid WA, Abo-Senna WG, Hasan BZ, Badr IT, Mesregah MK. Functional and oncological outcomes of limb-salvage surgery for foot and ankle tumors. Foot (Edinb) 2019; 41:34-38. [PMID: 31678860 DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2019.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2019] [Revised: 06/25/2019] [Accepted: 06/25/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Limb-salvage surgery has become the backbone treatment for musculoskeletal tumors in the last decades. However, limb-salvage with safe margins for tumors of the foot and ankle is challenging, due to the complex anatomy of this region. This study aimed to evaluate functional and oncological outcomes, complications, and local recurrence of limb-salvage procedures for tumors of the foot and ankle. METHODS This study was a retrospective review of 18 patients with primary tumors of the foot and ankle who underwent limb-salvage surgery between 1996 and 2015, with a minimum follow-up of 2 years. Clinical presentations, radiological and histopathological investigations, surgical procedures, functional and oncological outcomes, complications and local recurrences were analyzed. The Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) scoring system was utilized for evaluation of the functional outcome. RESULTS With a mean follow-up period of 44.2 months, 7 males and 11 females with a mean age of 29.2 years were included. Nine patients were presented as recurrent cases. The most common location was forefoot in 7 patients. Synovial sarcoma was the histopathologic diagnosis in 7 patients. The final surgical margins were wide in 15 patients, wide-contaminated in one patient, and marginal in two patients. After resection, soft tissue reconstruction and wound coverage were done by soft tissue flaps in 4 patients. The mean MSTS score was 27.5. Four patients developed local recurrence, all of them were recurrent cases. CONCLUSION Limb-salvage surgery for foot and ankle tumors is an effective treatment option with good functional outcome. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, retrospective case series.
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- Walid Atef Ebeid
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University, Menoufia, Egypt
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University, Menoufia, Egypt
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University, Menoufia, Egypt; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
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Arikan Y, Misir A, Ozer D, Kizkapan TB, Yildiz KI, Saygili MS, Incesoy MA, Dincel YM, Gursu SS, Sahin V. The incidence and distribution of primary fibula tumors and tumor-like lesions: A 35-year experience. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2019; 26:2309499018798180. [PMID: 30189775 DOI: 10.1177/2309499018798180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Primary bone tumors of the fibula are rare. There are only a few studies reporting the incidence, histologic, and anatomic distribution of primary fibula tumors. This study aimed to comprehensively report the incidence, presenting symptoms, and histologic tumor types with the anatomic and histologic distribution of primary bone tumors of the fibula. METHODS Between January 1983 and December 2017, 6457 primary bone tumors and tumor-like lesions were diagnosed and treated in our musculoskeletal oncology surgery clinic. Of these, 264 (4.08%) were primary bone tumors and tumor-like lesions of the fibula. We retrospectively reviewed patients' records, histopathology records, and radiologic images regarding age, gender, anatomic localization, histopathologic diagnosis, and treatment methods. RESULTS There were 209 (79.2%) benign and 55 (20.8%) malignant lesions. The most common benign and malignant tumors were osteochondroma (51 of 209; 24.4%) and chondrosarcoma (16 of 55; 29.1%). The proximal fibula was the most common location for both benign and malignant tumors (141 of 209; 67.5% and 45 of 55; 81.8%, respectively), followed by the distal fibula (52 of 209; 24.9% and 8 of 55; 14.5%, respectively) and the diaphysis (17 of 209; 8.14% and 2 of 55; 3.64%, respectively). CONCLUSION The incidence of primary bone tumors is higher than that reported in previous studies. Benign lesions constitute the majority of cases. One-fifth of all cases are malignant. The most common anatomic site involving the primary fibula tumors is the proximal fibula. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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- Yavuz Arikan
- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- 2 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Sanliurfa Training and Research Hospital, Sanliurfa, Turkey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Baltalimani Bone and Joint Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Zhao Z, Yan T, Tang X, Guo W, Yang R, Tang S. Novel "double-strut" fibula ankle arthrodesis for large tumor-related bone defect of distal tibia. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2019; 20:367. [PMID: 31399083 PMCID: PMC6689168 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-019-2742-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2019] [Accepted: 07/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Reconstruction for large bone defect of distal tibia after wide resection of tumor is difficult, and the best option remains controversial. This study presents a novel “double-strut” fibula ankle arthrodesis for this issue. Methods Nine patients with malignant or aggressive tumors of distal tibia underwent novel “double-strut” fibula ankle arthrodesis after wide tumor resection were retrospectively reviewed. We assessed the bone union time, complications and oncology outcome clinically and radiographically. The Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) score and the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS) were used to evaluate the functional outcome. Results The average followup period was 53 ± 46 months. There was no deep infection or graft fracture observed in this series. Internal fixation loosening was found in one case. In these patients, eight achieved union at both proximal and distal junctions, while one achieved union only distally. The mean union time of the proximal junctions and distal junctions was 10.5 ± 1.6 months and 8.7 ± 2.3 months, respectively. The mean postoperative MSTS score was 83% ± 8%. The subscales of FAOS indicating the most problem was Sport and Recreation Function with a mean score of 18 ± 11. At the final follow-up, one of them (1/9, 11%) experienced local recurrence in soft tissue and received another resection surgery, and four (4/9, 44%) patients developed lung metastases. Conclusions For large bone defect of distal tibia, this novel “double-strut” fibula reconstruction can be a viable alternative, which is capable of achieving durable ankle fusion and functional salvaged limb with low rate of complications. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12891-019-2742-6) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Zhiqing Zhao
- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No.11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No.11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China.
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No.11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No.11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No.11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Peking University People's Hospital, No.11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100044, China
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Grieser T. [Foot and ankle tumours : Part II: Malignant bone tumours and soft tissue tumours of the foot with differential diagnostic hints]. Radiologe 2019; 58:459-475. [PMID: 29492589 DOI: 10.1007/s00117-018-0361-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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CLINICAL ISSUE Both benign and malignant tumours are encountered in the foot and ankle. Due to their rarity, however, diagnosis is often uncertain. Usual criteria such as tumour size, invasiveness or pain fail to differentiate benign from malignant neoplasias. STANDARD RADIOLOGICAL METHODS Plain radiography and-due to the complex foot anatomy-CT are important in the diagnostic evaluation of primary bone tumours. In the case of soft tissue tumours, ultrasonography is used to identify ganglion cysts. Tumour evaluation and staging are then performed using MRI. Nuclear imaging comes into play when multifocal, metastatic or systemic spread of the disease is suspected or if a biopsy procedure is planned. METHODICAL INNOVATIONS For the role of dual-energy CT, please refer to part I. Whether dual-energy CT is suitable to assess bone marrow oedema patterns is still debated. SPECIAL FEATURES OF FOOT AND ANKLE TUMOURS Primary bone tumours generally present in the ankle or the hindfoot. Malignant bone tumours, e. g. chondrosarcoma, are primarily found in the latter. On the other hand, soft tissue tumours generally present in the mid- and forefoot regions. ACHIEVEMENTS While the radiologic diagnostic evaluation of pedal bone tumours is quite reliable, caution is urgently needed in the case of soft tissue tumours because there are many confusing differential diagnoses. PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS Proper X‑ray examination of the foot (at least in two plains) or with special views according to bony pathology is needed. All soft tissue masses that are not cysts should be evaluated further. MRI remains the diagnostic modality of choice but never stands alone! Caution: Size and well-defined margins of pedal soft tissue tumours are not considered criteria regarding whether a tumour is malignant or not.
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- T Grieser
- Klinik für Diagnostische und Interventionelle Radiologie und Neuroradiologie, Klinikum Augsburg, Stenglinstraße 2, 86156, Augsburg, Deutschland.
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Zhang C, Zeng B, Zhu K, Zhang L, Hu J. Limb salvage for malignant bone tumours of distal tibia with dual ipsilateral vascularized autogenous fibular graft in a trapezoid-shaped array with ankle arthrodesis and preserving subtalar joint. Foot Ankle Surg 2019; 25:278-285. [PMID: 29409179 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2017.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2017] [Revised: 11/15/2017] [Accepted: 11/29/2017] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND The treatment of malignant tumours of the distal tibia is a challenging surgical problem due to the scarce soft tissue coverage and the instability of the ankle joint that often occurs after resection. However, there is no consensus on the ideal treatment for malignant tumours of the distal tibia. METHODS We report a new reconstruction for five patients with high-grade osteosarcoma of distal tibia, using dual ipsilateral vascularized autogenous fibular graft in a trapezoid-shaped array and external fixator, with ankle arthrodesis and preserving subtalar joints. The patients were examined clinically and radiographically. RESULTS The average follow-up duration was 88 months. The mean wound healing time was 14 days. Bone healing was achieved for all the five patients at an average time of 7 months. There were no complications of mal-union, skin necrosis, post-operative infection, loss of internal fixation, peroneal nerve injury. One patient had a local recurrence, which required amputation 15 months postoperatively. The remaining four patients were able to walk with an average functional score of 81.25% according to MSTS. CONCLUSIONS Our study shows that this technique is safe and effective to perform implantation of dual ipsilateral vascularized autogenous fibular graft in a trapezoid-shaped array and preserving subtalar joints in terms of the distal tibial reconstruction for malignant bone tumour of the distal tibia. This reconstruction represents a biological alternative protocol for limb salvage in cases of malignant bone tumour of the distal tibia, with encouraging results and with the advantages of lower complications and accelerating recovery. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Chunlin Zhang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital Affiliated To Tongji University, 301 YanChang Zhong Road, Shanghai 200072, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 600 Yishan Road, Shanghai 200233, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital Affiliated To Tongji University, 301 YanChang Zhong Road, Shanghai 200072, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital Affiliated To Tongji University, 301 YanChang Zhong Road, Shanghai 200072, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital Affiliated To Tongji University, 301 YanChang Zhong Road, Shanghai 200072, China
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Innocenti M, Lucattelli E, Daolio PA, Bastoni S, Marini E, Scoccianti G, Menichini G. Calcaneal reconstruction after total calcanectomy with iliac crest free flap. Microsurgery 2019; 39:704-709. [PMID: 30901110 DOI: 10.1002/micr.30452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2018] [Revised: 03/02/2019] [Accepted: 03/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Calcaneal tumors being a rare occurrence, surgical options and outcomes are not well-known. Extensive defects following wide resection, especially in weight-bearing areas, still remain a challenge and different reconstructive techniques have been proposed. The aim of this report was to analyze the clinical and functional long-term outcomes of heel reconstruction using an iliac crest free flap. PATIENTS AND METHODS Four patients who underwent calcaneal reconstruction between 1999 and 2012 were included. Two were females and mean age was 27 years, ranging 18-42 years. Each patient underwent total calcanectomy, for two osteoblastomas, one osteosarcoma, and one Ewing's sarcoma. An iliac crest flap was harvested and shaped to fit the residual space. After the articular cartilage at recipient site was debrided, the flap was fixed to the talus and the cuboid. RESULTS The average size of the flaps was 2 x 7 x 5 cm. Postoperatively wound dehiscence, screw breaking, and graft fracture healed conservatively. All the arthrodesis healed successfully and no donor site complication occurred. At an average follow-up of 13 years (range 6-19 years) any patient claimed pain, evident limp or limitation of daily activities. Computerized pedobarographic examination and gait analysis revealed a satisfactory result and an acceptable weight-bearing area in the reconstructed limb in each patient. CONCLUSIONS Calcaneal reconstruction with iliac crest free flap is likely to provide good chances of a long-lasting result, especially in young patients. Particularly, it provides the possibility to adequately shape the graft to fit the bone loss while using the crest as the weight-bearing surface.
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- Marco Innocenti
- Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Orthopaedic Institute "G. Pini", Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Orthopaedic Institute "G. Pini", Milan, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Orthopaedic Institute "G. Pini", Milan, Italy
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- Orthopaedic Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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Papagelopoulos PJ, Megaloikonomos PD, Korkolopoulou P, Vottis CT, Kontogeorgakos VA, Savvidou OD. Total Calcaneus Resection and Reconstruction Using a 3-dimensional Printed Implant. Orthopedics 2019; 42:e282-e287. [PMID: 30707234 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20190125-07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2018] [Accepted: 08/30/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Considering the specific anatomic features of the foot, below-knee amputation is the treatment of choice for foot malignancies. However, advances in imaging modalities, adjuvant therapies, and improved surgical techniques have made foot salvage surgery increasingly possible. The calcaneus is an unusual location for malignant tumors, and there is limited information about foot salvage. Currently, 3-dimensional printed implants may successfully address reconstruction challenges after tumor resection. The authors present 2 patients with Ewing's sarcoma of the calcaneus who underwent total calcaneus resection and reconstruction using a custom-made 3-dimensional printed implant. [Orthopedics. 2019; 42(2):e282-e287.].
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Zhao ZQ, Yan TQ, Guo W, Yang RL, Tang XD, Yang Y. Surgical treatment of primary malignant tumours of the distal tibia: clinical outcome and reconstructive strategies. Bone Joint J 2018; 100-B:1633-1639. [PMID: 30499314 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.100b12.bjj-2018-0779.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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AIMS We retrospectively report our experience of managing 30 patients with a primary malignant tumour of the distal tibia; 25 were treated by limb salvage surgery and five by amputation. We compared the clinical outcomes of following the use of different methods of reconstruction. PATIENTS AND METHODS There were 19 male and 11 female patients. The mean age of the patients was 19 years (6 to 59) and the mean follow-up was 5.1 years (1.25 to 12.58). Massive allograft was used in 11 patients, and autograft was used in 14 patients. The time to union, the survival time of the reconstruction, complication rate, and functional outcomes following the different surgical techniques were compared. The overall patient survival was also recorded. RESULTS Out of 14 patients treated with an autograft, 12 (86%) achieved union at both the proximal and distal junctions. The time to union at both junctions of the autograft was significantly shorter than in those treated with an allograft (11.1 vs 17.2 months, p = 0.02; 9.5 vs 16.2 months, p = 0.04). The complication rate of allograft reconstruction was 55%. The five patients treated with an amputation did not have a complication. Out of the 25 patients who were treated with limb salvage, three (12%) developed local recurrence and underwent amputation. The mean functional Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) score after autograft reconstruction was higher than after allograft reconstruction (81% vs 67%; p = 0.06), and similar to that after amputation (81% vs 82%; p = 0.82). The two- and five-year overall rates of survival were 83% and 70%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS This consecutive case series supports the safety of limb salvage and the effectiveness of biological reconstruction after the resection of a primary tumour of the distal tibia. Autograft might be a preferable option. In some circumstances, below-knee amputation remains a valid option.
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- Z-Q Zhao
- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Beijing Key Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Tumors, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Beijing Key Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Tumors, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Beijing Key Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Tumors, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Beijing Key Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Tumors, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Musculoskeletal Tumor Center, Beijing Key Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Tumors, Peking University People's Hospital, Beijing, China
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Zhao Z, Yan T, Guo W, Yang R, Tang X, Wang W. Surgical options and reconstruction strategies for primary bone tumors of distal tibia: A systematic review of complications and functional outcome. J Bone Oncol 2018; 14:100209. [PMID: 30581724 PMCID: PMC6298939 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbo.2018.100209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2018] [Revised: 11/29/2018] [Accepted: 12/01/2018] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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Background Primary malignant or aggressive benign bone tumors rarely occur in distal tibia, and limb salvage remains the mainstay of surgical options. However, reconstruction methods for large bone defect after wide tumor resection in this location are debatable. The purpose of this systematical review is to critically evaluate each reconstruction method regarding the postoperative complications and functional outcome. Methods A systematic review of the 33 studies including 337 cases with tumors affecting distal tibia was performed after searching the PubMed and EMBASE databases. Pooled descriptive statistics with separate analyses for postoperative complications and functional outcome of different reconstruction options were performed. Results 290 (86.1%) patients received limb salvage procedures. Reconstruction strategies including biological reconstruction, such as autograft, allograft, distraction osteogenesis and non-biological prosthetic replacement. The patients received limb salvage procedures tended to have a higher MSTS score (77.1% vs 70.9%, P = .055) and a higher incidence of local relapse (28/290 vs 0/47, P = .052) than those amputated. Biological reconstruction methods provided better functional outcome (78.4% vs 72.2%, P = .017) compared with non-biological prosthetic reconstruction, although similarity of incidence of major complications (51/253 vs 12/37, P = .091). With respect to the comparison between autograft and allograft reconstruction, the autograft seemed to have less major postoperative complications occurrence (27/165 vs 22/78, P = .032), and consequently better functional outcome (MSTS score, 80.2% vs 74.3%, P = .025) than allograft reconstruction. Conclusions Limb salvage results in better functional outcome compared with amputation. Biological reconstruction is more advocated than prosthetics replacement, and furthermore, autograft might be suggested to be the optimal reconstructive method with regard to better postoperative functional outcome and less major complications.
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Taranto J, Havlat MF. Synovial Sarcoma of the Digits: A Case Report of an Unplanned Excision. J Foot Ankle Surg 2018; 57:388-392. [PMID: 29108685 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2017.07.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2016] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Synovial sarcoma is a rare occurrence in the lower extremity, although the presenting symptoms can mimic those of other more common and benign musculoskeletal pathologies. We present the case of a patient who was originally thought to have a Morton's neuroma or ganglionic cyst. The correct diagnosis, synovial sarcoma, was determined only after an unplanned excision. Despite the patient presenting with symptoms similar to those of a compressive neuropathy, a high index of suspicion should be present when a patient presents with any soft tissue mass, especially if it has an unusual clinical appearance to avoid an unplanned excision.
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- Julie Taranto
- Podiatric Surgeon, MJ Taranto Foot and Ankle Podiatric Surgeons, Midland, WA, Australia.
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- Associate Professor, Department of Pathology, University of Notre Dame, Fremantle, WA, Australia
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Yang Z, Tao H, Ye Z, Jin L, Lin N, Yang D. Bone transport for reconstruction of large bone defects after tibial tumor resection: a report of five cases. J Int Med Res 2018; 46:3219-3225. [PMID: 29808728 PMCID: PMC6134686 DOI: 10.1177/0300060518774992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2017] [Accepted: 04/15/2018] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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This study was performed to explore the clinical efficacy of bone transport using external fixation for treatment of large bone defects after tibial tumor resection in five patients. Bone transport started 14 days postoperatively at 1 mm/day and was adjusted according to the callus-to-diameter ratio. The bone transport time, bone graft fusion, relapse, and metastasis were recorded. Clinical efficacy was evaluated using the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) scoring system. The tumors included osteosarcoma (n=2), Ewing sarcoma (n=1), malignant schwannoma (n=1), and hemangioma (n=1). The average bone defect length after resection was 11.6 cm. The five patients were followed up for an average of 50.8 months, and the average bone transport time was 15.5 months. Three patients who underwent postoperative chemotherapy were followed for 22.7 months, and two who did not undergo chemotherapy were followed for 4.75 months. Four patients underwent iliac bone grafting, and one underwent vascular pedicle fibular transplantation. The average MSTS score was 21.2 (19.3 for patients who underwent chemotherapy and 24.0 for patients who did not). No relapse or metastasis was observed. Bone transport is effective for reconstruction of large bone defects after tibial tumor resection as well as tibial malignancies with high doses of chemotherapy.
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- Zhengming Yang
- Department of Orthopaedics, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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Xu L, Zhou J, Wang Z, Xiong J, Qiu Y, Wang S. Reconstruction of bone defect with allograft and retrograde intramedullary nail for distal tibia osteosarcoma. Foot Ankle Surg 2018; 24:149-153. [PMID: 29409222 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2017.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2016] [Revised: 01/10/2017] [Accepted: 01/11/2017] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND To investigate the effectiveness of tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis with a retrograde nail and allograft in limb salvage surgery for patients with distal tibia osteosarcoma. METHODS 5 patients diagnosed as distal tibia osteosarcoma underwent ankle arthrodesis with a retrograde nail in our hospital. During the follow-up, radiographic views of the ankle joint were taken in two planes to assess bone healing and axis alignment. Other measurements of outcomes included procedure-related complications, local recurrence, and metastasis. Functional outcomes were evaluated with the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) scoring system. RESULTS Postoperative complications occurred in 4 patients, including 4 cases of mild subcutaneous fluid and 1 case of screw breakage. All patients showed stable ankle and could stand or walk with the assistance of crutch before the complete union between allograft and host bone. One patient died due to multiple bone and pulmonary metastasis at 1 year after surgery. As for the other 4 patients, they were followed-up regularly for a mean period of 42 months. No local recurrence or distant metastasis occurred in any of these four patients. All the 4 patients expressed satisfaction with the outcome. According to MSTS scale, the mean postoperative functional score was 74.3%±4.4% (range, 70%-81%). CONCLUSIONS Intramedullary retrograde nail for distal tibia osteosarcoma could produce a satisfactory outcome in terms of functional results and complications. Excellent stabilization of the ankle joint can be achieved through this technique, as it allows patients to perform much earlier postoperative weight-bearing exercise.
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- Leilei Xu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Nanjing University Medical School, China.
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Vaseenon T, Saengsin J, Kaminta A, Pattamapaspong N, Settakorn J, Pruksakorn D. Ankle ligament reconstruction after wide resection of the osteosarcoma of the distal fibula: a case report. BMC Res Notes 2017; 10:769. [PMID: 29282106 PMCID: PMC5808619 DOI: 10.1186/s13104-017-3097-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2017] [Accepted: 12/15/2017] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Restoration of the lateral ankle after distal fibulectomy is a difficult reconstructive procedure. Many surgical techniques have been proposed. This report shows another fibular reconstructive option with promising outcome. CASE PRESENTATION We report the case of a 30-year-old woman who presented with a solitary mass located in the lateral aspect of the ankle. The mass had grown rapidly for 2 months and caused increasing pain. Physical examination showed a 3.0 cm diameter tender, nonmobile hard mass in the lateral malleolus. Radiographs showed an osteolytic lesion involving the lateral cortex at the distal fibula. After incisional biopsy, pathologic examination found a well-differentiated intramedullary osteosarcoma. Neoadjuvant chemotherapy with doxorubicin was provided for 3 months prior to definitive surgical treatment. Magnetic resonance imaging showed persistent tumor in the biopsy site. After distal fibulectomy and wide resection, split tibialis posterior tendon transfer to the remaining peroneus brevis restored the stability of the ankle. The pain resolved within 3 months. The ankle was stable and no recurrence of the cancer was found at a 7 year follow-up. CONCLUSION Reconstruction following distal fibulectomy and surrounding soft tissue resection responds favorably to split tibialis posterior transfer to the remaining peroneus brevis suggesting that this technique can provide a good and functional outcome.
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- Tanawat Vaseenon
- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, 110 Intawaroros Road, Sriphum, Muang District, Chiang Mai, 50200 Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, 110 Intawaroros Road, Sriphum, Muang District, Chiang Mai, 50200 Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, 110 Intawaroros Road, Sriphum, Muang District, Chiang Mai, 50200 Thailand
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, 110 Intawaroros Road, Sriphum, Muang District, Chiang Mai, 50200 Thailand
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, 110 Intawaroros Road, Sriphum, Muang District, Chiang Mai, 50200 Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, 110 Intawaroros Road, Sriphum, Muang District, Chiang Mai, 50200 Thailand
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Saadon I, Amit B, Zolquarnian A, Muhamad F. Primary Osteosarcoma of the Distal Fibula treated with Distal Fibulectomy with a Five-Year Follow-up: A Case Report. Malays Orthop J 2017; 11:64-67. [PMID: 29021882 PMCID: PMC5630054 DOI: 10.5704/moj.1707.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Musculoskeletal tumours of the lower limbs especially malignant tumours are not common. The fibula is the site of primary bone tumours as reported in 2.4% of lower limb tumours with the proximal third being more frequently involved than the distal segment. Osteosarcoma is the most common primary malignant bone tumour of nonhaematopoietic origin, with distal fibular involvement in 0.47% of patients. The advances in imaging techniques and neo-adjuvant chemotherapy have now made it possible to accurately define the extent of tumour and plan limb salvage with tumour resection. The purpose of this case report is to highlight the successful outcome of limb salvage procedure with a five year follow up in an 11-year old boy with distal fibular osteosarcoma. Limb salvage surgery with distal fibulectomy and retention of the foot are a good alternative to radical amputation.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Hospital Sultan Ismail, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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- Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia, Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Hospital Sultan Ismail, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Hospital Sultan Ismail, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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Yang P, Evans S, Bali N, Ramasamy A, Evans R, Stevenson J, Jeys L, Grimer R. Malignant bone tumours of the foot. Ann R Coll Surg Engl 2017; 99:568-572. [PMID: 28853588 DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2017.0114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Introduction Malignant osseous foot tumours are uncommon. Their oncological outcomes have been poorly documented in the literature so far. The aim of this study was to establish the incidence and to evaluate the oncological outcomes of such patients. Methods Our large orthopaedic oncology database was used to review 70 malignant osseous foot tumour patients. Results The age at diagnosis of malignant osseous foot tumours demonstrated a bimodal distribution peaking in the second and eighth decades of life. Overall, 55 primary malignant bone tumours of the foot (79%) were identified. The median duration from onset of symptoms to diagnosis was 52 weeks (interquartile range [IQR]: 17-104). Eight primary tumours (15%) underwent an accidental excision (ie intralesional excision of a malignant bone tumour where some of the tumour has been left behind, also known as a 'whoops procedure') prior to referral to our unit. Forty-six patients (84%) underwent surgery overall and thirteen of these developed recurrence or metastases. Seven of eight patients with a previous accidental excision underwent amputation. Fifteen osseous metastatic foot lesions were identified. The median length of foot symptoms to diagnosis was 24 weeks (IQR: 20-36 weeks). The median time to death following diagnosis of osseous foot metastases was 20.1 months (IQR: 11.3-27.8 months). Conclusions A high index of suspicion and awareness of clinical features of malignant osseous foot tumours are both essential to avoid diagnostic delays. Amputation is associated with a respectable outcome for patients who have undergone previous accidental excisions.
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust , UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust , UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust , UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust , UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust , UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust , UK
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- Professor of Health and Life Sciences, Aston University , UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust , UK
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BACKGROUND Soft tissue sarcomas are challenging to oncologists due to their unique character, the infrequency of their occurrence, and the difficulties in predicting outcomes. Advances in imaging, as well as improvements in surgical techniques and adjunctive treatment methods, have improved care for patients with these unusual disorders. METHODS The various types of soft tissue tumors are defined, and the statistics for the Orthopaedic Oncology Group in relation to them are reviewed and compared with literature references. RESULTS The overall survival rate for 1,220 tumors treated at our institute from June 1972 to June of 2001 was 72%, with a wide range. Patients with leiomyosarcomas, clear cell sarcomas, and malignant fibrous histiocytomas had a poorer survival rate, while those with fibrosarcomas, liposarcomas, and neurofibrosarcomas fared better. Outcome was affected by patient age, tumor anatomic site, tumor stage, and a history of recurrence. CONCLUSIONS Competent imaging, predictive immunological and genetic studies, improved surgery, and newer methods of adjunctive and neoadjunctive treatment should result in improvements in outcomes for patients with these tumors.
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Yang P, Evans S, Khan Z, Abudu A, Jeys L, Grimer R. Reconstruction of the distal tibia following resection of aggressive bone tumours using a custom-made megaprosthesis. J Orthop 2017; 14:406-409. [PMID: 28725124 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2017.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2017] [Revised: 03/15/2017] [Accepted: 06/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Largest, single-centre study of clinical and functional outcomes of patients who underwent endoprosthetic replacement (EPR) for aggressive distal tibial bone tumours. METHOD Retrospective observational study of eight patients was undertaken. RESULTS Median follow-up was 77 months (range 13-276). Cumulative five and ten year survival was 63% and 42% respectively. Three patients developed either disease recurrence or metastases post-surgery. One patient developed deep infection requiring washout and suppressive antibiotics. No patients required revision surgery. The median MSTS score at last follow up was 66%. CONCLUSIONS EPR of the distal tibia is a viable option and provides good function outcomes.
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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Most of tumours of the foot are tumour-like (synovial cyst, foreign body reactions and epidermal inclusion cyst) or benign conditions (tenosynovial giant cells tumours, planta fibromatosis). Malignant tumours of the soft-tissue and skeleton are very rare in the foot and their diagnosis is often delayed with referral to specialised teams after initial inappropriate procedures or unplanned excisions. The adverse effect of these misdiagnosed tumours is the increasing rate of amputation or local recurrences in the involved patients. In every lump, imaging should be discussed before any local treatment. Every lesion which is not an obvious synovial cyst or plantar fibromatosis should have a biopsy performed. After the age of 40 years, chondrosarcoma is the most usual malignant tumour of the foot. In young patients bone tumours such as osteosarcoma or Ewing’s sarcoma, are very unusually located in the foot. Synovial sarcoma is the most frequent histological diagnosis in soft tissues. Epithelioid sarcoma or clear cell sarcoma, involve more frequently the foot and ankle than other sites. The classic local treatment of malignant conditions of the foot and ankle was below-knee amputation at different levels. Nowadays, with the development of adjuvant therapies, some patients may benefit from conservative surgery or partial amputation after multidisciplinary team discussions. The prognosis of foot malignancy is not different from that at other locations, except perhaps in chondrosarcoma, which seems to be less aggressive in the foot. The anatomy of the foot is very complex with many bony and soft tissue structures in a relatively small space making large resections and conservative treatments difficult to achieve.
Cite this article: EFORT Open Rev 2017;2. DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.2.160078. Originally published online at www.efortopenreviews.org
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- E Mascard
- Necker University Hospital, 75015 Paris, France
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- Department of Pediatrics, Institute Gustave Roussy, 94805 Villejuif, France
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- Department of Pediatrics, Institute Gustave Roussy, 94805 Villejuif, France
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- Orthopedic Surgery Department, Necker University Hospital, 149 rue de Sèvres, 75015 Paris, France
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- Orthopedic Surgery Department, Necker University Hospital, 149 rue de Sèvres, 75015 Paris, France
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- Laboratoire d'anatomie et cytologie pathologiques, Institut Universitaire du Cancer de Toulouse- Oncopole, 1 avenue Irène Joliot-Curie. 31059 Toulouse Cedex 9, France
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Vascularized fibular medialization for reconstruction of the tibial defects following tumour excision. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2017; 41:2179-2187. [PMID: 28424851 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-017-3474-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2016] [Accepted: 03/23/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the functional and oncologic results of fibular medialization when used alone as a single-stage reconstructive technique after wide excision of malignant tumours of the proximal, middle, or distal tibia. METHODS Between December 2010 and May 2015, 14 patients (six males and eight females) with primary malignant tumours of the tibia (eight proximal, four diaphyseal, two distal) were treated by wide excision. The mean age of the patients at the time of surgery was 23.2 years (11-38). The fibula was mobilized medially with its vascular pedicle to fill the defect and was fixed by a long plate and screws bypassing the graft. The average size of the defects reconstructed was 19.5 cm (18-22). Patients were evaluated functionally using the Musculoskeletal Tumour Society (MSTS) scoring system. RESULTS The mean follow-up period was 31.3 months (range, 17-54). The average time for complete union was 7.6 months (range, 6-9). At final follow-up all patients had fully united grafts; 11 walked without aids. Chest metastases developed in one patient, superficial wound infection in two patients and leg length discrepancy in four patients; one case had LLD of more than 3 cm. The mean MSTS score was 23/30 points (76.5%). The minimum score was 40% (12/30) and the maximum was 90% (27/30). CONCLUSIONS Ipsilateral pedicled vascularized fibular centralisation or medialization is a durable reconstruction for tibial defects after wide excision of bone tumours with an acceptable functional outcome. Stable osteosynthesis is the key to union.
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Houdek MT, Beahrs TR, Wyles CC, Rose PS, Sim FH, Turner NS. What Factors Are Predictive of Outcome in the Treatment of Soft Tissue Sarcomas of the Foot and Ankle? Foot Ankle Spec 2017; 10:12-19. [PMID: 27587379 DOI: 10.1177/1938640016666925] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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UNLABELLED Soft tissue sarcomas of the foot and ankle are common. Currently, there exist limited data on prognostic variables. The aim of this study was to review our institution's experience with soft tissue sarcomas of the foot and ankle to identify factors affecting outcomes and survivorship. We reviewed the records of 62 foot and ankle soft tissue sarcomas treated with definitive surgery at our institution between 1992 and 2013. The cohort consisted of 35 males and 27 females with a mean age at diagnosis of 45 years and a mean follow-up of 7 years. The most common tumor subtype was synovial sarcoma (n = 16). The overall limb salvage rate was 53%. Local recurrence was observed in 9 patients and distant metastases in 15 patients. Tumor size ≥3 cm in maximal dimension was the greatest risk factor in mortality. Posttreatment complications occurred in 15 patients. Local recurrence and development of distant disease was relatively common following wide excision of a soft tissue sarcoma of the foot and ankle. Tumors that were ≥3 cm in maximal dimension were associated with a worse overall survival and patients with neoadjuvant radiation were at increased risk of complications. LEVELS OF EVIDENCE Level IV: Retrospective Case Series.
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- Matthew T Houdek
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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BACKGROUND Amputation has been most commonly considered the only option to achieve local tumor control for calcaneal malignancies. Advances in oncologic treatment modalities and wide resection have made limb salvage increasingly possible. We retrospectively reviewed nine patients with calcaneal malignancies treated with different surgical options. METHODS The diagnoses included chondrosarcoma in three patients, Ewing's sarcoma in three, osteosarcoma in two, and small round cell sarcoma in one. Four patients were managed by below-the-knee amputation owing to neurovascular invasion. Five patients were managed by limb salvage procedures. Pedicled osteomyocutaneous fibular grafts were used to reconstruct the defects created after total calcanectomy in limb salvage procedures. Clinical and radiographic evaluations were performed, and functional outcomes were assessed using the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society score. RESULTS The patients were followed up for a mean of 42.3 months. Wide resection margins were achieved in all of the patients with limb salvage surgery. At the final follow-up, two patients had died of disease. Lung metastasis was found in two patients who were alive with disease. Five patients had no evidence of disease. No local recurrence occurred in this series. All of the fibular flaps survived, and fibula hypertrophies were observed in three patients. Average Musculoskeletal Tumor Society scores were 74.6% and 83.2% in patients with amputation and limb salvage, respectively. CONCLUSIONS After wide resection of a calcaneal malignancy, biological reconstruction using pedicled osteocutaneous fibular flaps has proved to be a successful limb salvage procedure, offering a satisfactory oncologic and functional outcome alternative to amputation in selected patients.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Oncology, Xijing Hospital Affiliated to the Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, China
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Yeung CM, Lozano-Calderón SA, Allar B, Naqvi M, Gebhardt MC, Anderson ME. Ipsilateral Nonvascularized Autograft and Periosteal Repair for the Treatment of Pediatric Tumors of the Distal Fibula. Orthopedics 2016; 39:e687-94. [PMID: 27111078 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20160419-03] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2015] [Accepted: 02/10/2016] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Resection of the distal fibula is used to treat malignant or benign locally aggressive tumors involving this region. Current reconstructive techniques are limited by undesirable functional deficits. The authors present a part-retrospective and part-prospective case-comparison of 2 patient groups (study and control) treated for malignant or benign locally aggressive primary bone tumors of the distal fibula. Patients in the study group underwent a novel surgical technique involving distal transportation of the ipsilateral proximal portion of the fibula after periosteal dissection and osteotomy with subsequent proximal periosteal reconstruction. Patients in the control group underwent other limb-salvage or amputation procedures. Patients were evaluated at follow-up appointments for oncologic, radiographic, and functional outcomes. The groups had similar demographic and perioperative data. Operative time was longer in the study group. Radiographic union occurred in 75% of the study group vs 50% of the control group. Musculoskeletal Tumor Society scores were similar between groups. According to American Foot and Ankle scores, activity limitations and support requirements were greater in the study group; according to Foot and Ankle Disability Index scores, patients in the control group reported more difficulty with squatting. All patients in the study group were without recurrence at follow-up. One patient in the control group had recurrence of disease. Complications occurred in 3 of 4 study group patients and in all control group patients. With the authors' technique for distal fibular reconstruction involving transporting the ipsilateral remaining proximal fibula as a nonvascularized autograft, the regenerative capability of the periosteum allows for restoration of the proximal fibula, preserving osseous stock. [Orthopedics. 2016; 39(4):e687-e694.].
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Mankin HJ, Mankin KP, Harmon DC. Liposarcoma: a soft tissue tumor with many presentations. Musculoskelet Surg 2014; 98:171-7. [PMID: 25047632 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-014-0332-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2014] [Accepted: 06/18/2014] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Liposarcoma is an uncommon connective tissue tumor arising from lipoblast cells. The lesion is located in body soft parts and rarely arises from the bones. The tumors are variable in presentation ranging from benign well-differentiated tumors to myxoid and round cell-dedifferentiated and pleomorphic forms which can present with metastases. The lesions are most often treated by surgical resection. Chemotherapy and radiation may be added to the treatment of the more malignant variants with some success.
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- H J Mankin
- Departments of Orthopaedics, Pathology, Radiation Oncology, Hematology/Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA,
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Surgical treatment of locally aggressive and malignant tumors of the proximal third of the tibia. Oncology results and functional evaluation. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.recote.2014.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Ruggieri P, Angelini A, Jorge FD, Maraldi M, Giannini S. Review of foot tumors seen in a university tumor institute. J Foot Ankle Surg 2014; 53:282-5. [PMID: 24751209 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2014.01.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2013] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Most tumors of the foot and ankle will be benign, and it has been easy for clinicians to underestimate the malignant potential of a given tumor. The purpose of our study was to gain insight into the incidence of different tumor types diagnosed in patients with tumors of the foot and/or ankle treated at the Rizzoli Institute from September 1990 to December 2007. Our series included 1170 patients and 1170 lesions, with an overall mean age at diagnosis of 43 (range 5 to 81) years. Overall, 870 lesions (74.36%) were nonmalignant and 300 (25.65%) were malignant. Soft tissue lesions were diagnosed in 189 patients (16.15%), of which 91 (48.15%) were nonmalignant (pseudotumors or benign). Bone lesions were diagnosed in 981 patients (83.85%), of which 779 (79.41%) were nonmalignant. Epidemiologic knowledge of foot abnormalities and clinical suspicion, an organized diagnostic method, and evidence-based treatment of musculoskeletal tumors are essential elements to obtaining optimal results in the treatment of malignant foot tumors.
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- Pietro Ruggieri
- Department of Orthopedics, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
| | - Sandro Giannini
- Department of Orthopedics, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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