Functional and oncological outcomes of patients with proximal humerus osteosarcoma managed by limb salvage

ConclusionTreatment of osteosarcoma of the proximal humerus by limb salvage and chemotherapy yields a good functional outcome. The method of reconstruction does not impact the resultant function. The 5-year survivorship of these patients is 65%. Younger patients have a better oncological outcome and an inferior functional outcome.Level of evidenceLevel IV therapeutic study.
Source: Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research