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  • EXTENDIBLE REPLACEMENT OF THE DISTAL FEMUR IN THE TREATMENT OF OSTEOSARCOMA IN GROWING INDIVIDUALS

    Objective To investigate the possibility of using extendible distal femoral replacements in the treatment of osteosarcoma in growing individuals. Methods From December 1999 to March 2003, 3 cases (2 were typeⅡB, 1 was type ⅡA) with osteosarcoma were treated byextendible distal femoral replacements. Of the 3 cases, 2 underwent prosthesis extention operation, 1 was not operated. Results After the removal of tumor, the extremities of 2 patients were shortened by 4 to 5 cm within 2 to 3 years. After the lengthening procedure, the affected extremities were of equal length to the unaffected extremities and no drag symptoms of blood vessel and nerves were observed. Follow-up was done for 2 months to 3 years. There was no aseptic loosening. The function of joints was fairly good. Conclusion Extendible distal femoral replacements is an easy, convenient, and effective way to treat osteosarcoma. 

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