[Reconstruction possibilities following resection of malignant musculoskeletal tumors]

Great advances have been achieved in the treatment of musculoskeletal tumors, and as a result limb-conserving resection is now possible in most cases. These advances are based on adjuvant therapy, development of histological criteria, new surgical techniques, and improved imaging methods. The use of computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging has allowed more accurate preoperative staging. At the same time, an improvement in prognosis has also been achieved. After resection of the tumor, the following methods of reconstruction are available: reconstruction with no implant, endoprosthetic replacement, autogenous grafting, and allograft replacement. Postoperative monitoring is performed with plain-film radiography.