Bone grafting in the surgical management of osseous neoplasms

The diagnosis and treatment of osseous neoplasms are challenges for the foot and ankle surgeon. Osseous neoplasms are potentially debilitating, thus appropriate diagnosis and management are critical to success. Resection of these lesions can result in large osseous deficits, requiring bone grafting for replacement. The graft may provide osteogenesis, structural support, or both. This article presents possible surgical therapeutic alternatives in management of benign and low-grade malignant osseous neoplasms in the foot and ankle.