Bone tumour surgery involves removing selected benign or malignant growths affecting the skeletal system. Treatment depends on tumour type, size, location and whether surrounding structures are involved. In malignant conditions, surgical planning aims to achieve appropriate tumour removal while preserving function whenever feasible.
Limb salvage surgery removes a tumour while attempting to preserve the affected arm or leg. Reconstruction may involve prostheses, bone grafts or other specialised techniques. The suitability of limb preservation depends on tumour extent, available reconstruction options and the safety of maintaining the limb.
Soft tissue sarcomas are cancers arising in tissues such as muscles, fat and connective tissue. Surgery often aims to remove the tumour with an appropriate margin of healthy tissue. Treatment may also include radiotherapy or systemic therapy, depending on the tumour's characteristics and stage.
Custom titanium prostheses may be used to reconstruct complex skeletal defects after removal of selected bone tumours. These implants are designed according to individual anatomical requirements. Surgical planning considers the amount of bone removed, joint function, soft tissue coverage and expected rehabilitation needs.
Extracorporeal irradiation and reimplantation is a specialised technique in which selected tumour-affected bone segments are removed, irradiated outside the body and reimplanted. It may be considered in carefully selected cases. The procedure requires multidisciplinary planning and carries risks related to healing, infection and long-term bone function.
Children undergoing bone tumour surgery may require reconstruction that accounts for future growth and joint function. Options can include specialised implants, grafts or expandable prostheses. Treatment planning balances tumour control, limb preservation, skeletal maturity and long-term rehabilitation requirements.
Expandable prostheses are specialised implants sometimes used after tumour removal in growing children. They are designed to accommodate changes in limb length during growth through appropriate adjustment or further procedures. Their use depends on the child's age, tumour location and anticipated reconstructive needs.
Tumours affecting the pelvis or sacrum may require highly complex surgical planning because of their proximity to major blood vessels, nerves and pelvic organs. Treatment may involve tumour removal and specialised reconstruction. Multidisciplinary evaluation is essential to assess surgical feasibility and potential functional consequences.
Spine tumour surgery may require stabilisation when tumour removal or bone destruction compromises spinal support. Instrumentation uses implants to help maintain spinal stability and alignment. Treatment planning considers spinal cord function, tumour characteristics and whether additional cancer treatments are necessary.
Complex musculoskeletal reconstruction aims to restore structural support and mobility after major bone or joint removal, injury or tumour surgery. Techniques may include customised implants, grafts and joint replacement. Rehabilitation planning is important for achieving practical functional goals after surgery.