TAN Linyun , WANG Yitian , HU Xin , HE Xuanhong , DU Guifeng , WANG Hao , TANG Xiaodi , SUN Minghao , TU Chongqi , MIN Li
  • Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu Sichuan, 610041, P. R. China;
MIN Li, Email: minli1204@scu.edu.cn
Proximal femur; tumor-related bone defect; hip-preserving reconstruction
10.7507/1002-1892.202404018
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Objective To review the reconstruction methods for large segmental femoral proximal bone defects caused by tumors, and to explore their clinical application effects, advantages and disadvantages, and future research directions. Methods A comprehensive search of Chinese and foreign databases was conducted to select basic and clinical research literature related to the repair and reconstruction of femoral proximal bone defects caused by tumors. The studies were classified and analyzed based on two main strategies: hip-preserving reconstruction and non-hip-preserving reconstruction. Results In hip-preserving reconstruction, traditional methods such as allograft transplantation and vascularized autograft transplantation are common but have risks of poor bone integration and bone resorption. The clinical application of inactivated tumor segment reimplantation and distraction osteogenesis techniques is limited. In recent years, three-dimensional printing technology has become increasingly mature, with personalized prostheses and precise surgeries becoming development trends. Non-hip-preserving reconstruction primarily includes allograft prosthesis composite and total femoral replacement. The former focuses on improving the survival rate and bone integration efficiency of the allograft, while the latter requires the simultaneous reconstruction of hip and knee joint stability. Conclusion Significant progress has been made in repairing and reconstructing proximal femoral bone defects caused by tumors, but many challenges remain. The integration of three-dimensional printing technology and digital design offers potential for precise bone defect repair. Future efforts should focus on new concepts, technologies, and materials through multidisciplinary approaches to provide personalized and precise solutions, thereby improving patient quality of life.