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Reconstructions of the shoulder following tumour resection

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Description: PURPOSE: To review and compare the postoperative outcomes of 3 types of shoulder reconstructions: prosthetic arthroplasty, clavicula pro humero reconstruction, and allograft arthrodesis.
CONCLUSION: A stable construct is the treatment goal for shoulder reconstructions, as it enables effective function of the arm and hand.
Reconstructions of the shoulder following tumour resection. Kitagawa Y, Thai DM, Choong PF. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong). 2007 Aug;15(2):201-6. full text

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Author/Contact: Kitagawa et al
Institution: J Orthop Surg
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Language: English

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