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Improper techniques for biopsy can result in missed diagnoses and the contamination of surrounding tissue planes, and may compromise future limb salvage or amputation. A biopsy procedure must therefore be carefully considered and planned to avoid unnecessary treatment...
The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) is the #1 clinical review journal of musculoskeletal education in the world. The peer-reviewed articles presented each month in JAAOS critically evaluate and synthesize current information regarding the...
Improper techniques for biopsy can result in missed diagnoses and the contamination of surrounding tissue planes, and may compromise future limb salvage or amputation. A biopsy procedure must therefore be carefully considered and planned to avoid unnecessary treatment...
BACKGROUND: Tumor-induced osteomalacia is a rare and fascinating paraneoplastic syndrome usually caused by a small, benign phosphaturic mesenchymal tumor. Most tumors are treated surgically, but we are unaware of any reports that compare the results of curettage and segmental...
BACKGROUND: Survival is a key factor physicians consider when selecting a treatment modality for the treatment of spinal metastases. Various assessment systems can predict length of survival and facilitate selection of the most appropriate treatment. Spinal palsy is a prognostic...
Editor's Pick Missed low-grade infection in suspected aseptic loosening has no consequences for the survival of total hip arthroplasty. Boot W, Moojen DJ, Visser E, Lehr AM, De Windt TS, Van Hellemondt G, Geurts J, Tulp NJ, Schreurs BW, Burger BJ, Dhert WJ, Gawlitta D, Vogely...