Surgical Reconstruction Methods following Radical Excision of Distal Ulna Osteosarcoma

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We have expanded the usage of the non-oncology DRUJ prosthesis (Scheker prosthesis) to reconstruct our skeletally mature patient following her tumor resection ( oncology case ), to the fact that we know this form of reconstruction was considered the first to be performed in the Middle East, confirmed by the providing company APTIS®, whereas the other skeletally immature patient underwent radical excision of the involved distal ulna osteosarcoma with stabilization of the residual ulnar stump using the extensor carpi ulnaris sling. Both of our patients had an almost fully intact hand and wrist function and were able to resume their daily activities after physiotherapy.