Chirurgische Therapie der Skelettmetastasen

RECONSTRUCTION OF BONE DEFECTS AFTER TUMOR RESECTION BY AUTOAND ALLOGRAFTS (review of literature)

The problem of replacement of large bone defects resulting from segmental bone resections in patients with bone tumors is still actual in modern orthopedics. Segmental defects cause the main difficulty especially in cases of disturbance of normal biomechanics while the “gold standard” of reconstruction with bone autograft is not always possible. The reason is that the defect can be so extensive that would make it impossible to harvest necessary autobone stock. Therefore, allografts based on demineralized bone with optimal properties for osteoregeneration are used as an alternative for autograft. For certain composite materials it is possible to program the properties of future graft by changing its compound. Literature analysis revealed that the effectiveness of the allograft in combination with additional components is comparable to autograft effectiveness. Mesenchymal stem cells of both bone marrow and adipose tissue can be used as an additional component to improve osteoregeneration. It is noteworthy that the analyzed studies did not reveal the influence of stem cells on the tumor recurrence. Nevertheless, the authors support the need of further researches in this area to confirm gained results. Some authors still prefer traditional methods of bone traction despite obtaining own satisfactory results of defects reconstruction with allografts. Such opinion is based on proven effectiveness of the method, structural stability of construction during treatment period and ability to adjust the process of bone regeneration at any stage. The authors goal was to analyze publications over the recent 5 years with the results of experiments and clinical studies on the replacement of large bone defects after bone tumor resection with autoand allografts. Based on the literature analysis the authors propose a general algorithm for graft selection in replacement of large bone defects after segmental bone resections. 

The surgical management and treatment of metastatic lesions in the proximal femur: A mini review

Review current treatments of metastatic lesions in the proximal femur.We reviewed published literature related to diagnosis and surgical treatments and summarized current treatment options.Surgical management mainly consist of internal fixation, hip replacement, and percutaneous femoroplasty (PFP) which has been newly applied in clinical practice.An appropriate series of treatments is necessary for patients to avoid the occurrence of paraplegia and prolong survival time.

Computed tomography-guided percutaneous microwave ablation combined with osteoplasty for palliative treatment of painful extraspinal bone metastases from lung cancer

OBJECTIVE

To retrospectively evaluate the efficacy and safety of microwave ablation (MWA) combined with osteoplasty in lung cancer patients with painful extraspinal bone metastases.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

From January 2011 to July 2014, 26 lung cancer patients with 33 painful extraspinal bone metastases underwent percutaneous MWA combined with osteoplasty. Effectiveness was evaluated by visual analog scale (VAS) and daily morphine dose with a follow-up of 6-months. Complications were also recorded.

RESULTS

Mean VAS score and morphine dose pre-procedure were 7.4 ± 1.6 (range, 5-10) and 47.7 ± 30.1 mg (range, 20-120 mg), respectively. Technical success and pain relief were achieved in all patients. Mean VAS scores and daily morphine doses post-procedure were as follows: 48 h, 1.7 ± 1.2 (p < 0.001) and 29.6 ± 16.1 mg (p = 0.003); 7 days, 1.9 ± 1.7 (p < 0.001) and 16.1 ± 12.0 mg (p < 0.001); 1 month, 1.5 ± 0.9 (p < 0.001) and 10.8 ± 10.9 (p < 0.001); 3 months, 0.9 ± 0.7 (p < 0.001) and 8.4 ± 9.2 mg (p < 0.001); and 6 months, 1.2 ± 0.8 (p < 0.001) and 9.2 ± 12.3 mg (p < 0.001). Complications were observed in eight patients (28%); among these, major complications were reported in two (7.7%) patients, one with local infection and the other with a bone fracture. The minor complication rate was 23.1% (6/26).

CONCLUSION

MWA combination with osteoplasty appeared to be an effective and safe treatment for lung cancer patients with painful extraspinal bone metastases.