Studies from McMaster University, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery describe new findings in bone cancer in children
2007 NOV 12 -- A report, 'The use of free vascularized fibular grafts in skeletal reconstruction for bone tumors in children,' is newly published data in Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. "The reconstruction of large skeletal defects in children following resection of a bone tumor presents a unique challenge to the orthopaedic surgeon. Issues in this population that are not present in the adult population include significant remaining growth potential, the desire for biologic preservation of the joint surface, and the need for a long-term viable reconstruction in patients who are anticipated to survive for decades," researchers in Hamilton, Canada report. "The use of a free vascularized fibular graft, supplied by the peroneal vessels in intercalary fibular grafts and the anterior tibial vessels in proximal fibular grafts, has been shown to provide biologic reconstruction that successfully addresses these issues in the pediatric population. Specific techniques are applied in the upper and lower extremity to provide long-term excellent functional results," wrote M. Ghert and colleagues, McMaster University, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery. The researchers concluded: "Experience in microvascular surgery and careful postoperative care are required for the success of these procedures." Ghert and colleagues published their study in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (The use of free vascularized fibular grafts in skeletal reconstruction for bone tumors in children. Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2007;15(10):577-87). For additional information, contact M. Ghert, McMaster University, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hamilton, ON, Canada. Publisher contact information for the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is: American Acad Orthopaedic Surgeons, 6300 N River Road, Rosement, IL 60018-4262, USA. Keywords: Canada, Hamilton, Bone Cancer, Bone Tumors, Hematology, Oncology, Orthopedics, Pediatric. This article was prepared by Clinical Oncology Week editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2007, Clinical Oncology Week via NewsRx.com.
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