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Review
. 2004 Jul;13(3):543-7, x.
doi: 10.1016/j.soc.2004.04.001.

Major palliative amputations

I Benjamin Paz  1
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Review

Major palliative amputations

I Benjamin Paz. Surg Oncol Clin N Am. 2004 Jul.

Abstract

The role of major amputations in the palliative care of cancer patients remains controversial. Major amputations result in loss of function, frequently require prolonged recovery, and are associated with major morbidity or mortality. Therefore, it may seem that major amputations should be rarely recommended for the palliation of cancer patients. Hence, we attempt to establish the indications,management, and outcomes of major amputations in the palliative management of cancer patients.

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