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ArticleThe British journal of surgery2023

Pelvic-girdle reconstruction with three-dimensional-printed endoprostheses after limb-salvage surgery for pelvic sarcomas: current landscape.

Xin Hu, Minxun Lu, Yuqi Zhang, Zhuangzhuang Li, Jie Wang, Yitian Wang, Zhengyi Xing, Xiao Yang, Chongqi Tu, Li Min

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Article in The British journal of surgery, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 19 papers.

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19 citing papers in PubMed, 29 citations in OpenAlex.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

Xin HuDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Minxun LuDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Yuqi ZhangDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Zhuangzhuang LiDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Jie WangDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Yitian WangDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Zhengyi XingNational Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Xiao YangNational Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Chongqi TuDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Li MinDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Sichuan University · CNWest China Hospital of Sichuan University · CN

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Resection of pelvic bone tumors and the subsequent reconstruction of the pelvic girdle pose challenges due to complex anatomy, load-bearing demands, and significant defects. 3D-printed implants have revolutionized pelvic girdle reconstruction by offering customized solutions, porous surface structures for precise resection with custom guides, and improved integration. Many tertiary medical centers have adopted 3Dprinted hemipelvic endoprostheses, leading to enhanced outcomes. However, most studies are limited to single centers, with a small number of cases and short follow-up periods. Additionally, the design of these implants often relies heavily on individual experience, resulting in a lack of uniformity and significant variation. To provide a comprehensive assessment of this technology, we conducted an analysis of existing literature, encompassing tumor resection classification, various types of prosthesis design, reconstruction concepts, and post-reconstruction functional outcomes.

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Bone NeoplasmsPelvic BonesPelvic NeoplasmsPlastic Surgery ProceduresSarcomaHumansPrinting, Three-DimensionalProsthesis DesignRetrospective StudiesTreatment Outcome

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PMID37824784
PMCPMC10638540
OpenAlexW4387568929

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