Osteosarcoma de Huesos Largos

The book "Osteosarcoma of Long Bones" offers a comprehensive analysis of the experiences of the Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca in dealing with osteosarcomas in long bones. It addresses various aspects of osteosarcoma, including diagnostics, surgical interventions, as well as chemotherapy and radiotherapy approaches. Through a detailed bibliographic review, it highlights the advancements in treatment and the statistical outcomes of different therapeutic strategies over the years. Special attention is given to innovative reconstruction techniques that promote limb preservation, compared to the higher amputation rates prior to the 1980s. The book concludes with a practical algorithm that structures and optimizes the diagnostic and therapeutic process for osteosarcomas.