Megaprostheses consistently produce positive outcomes for as long
as patients are alive. Most methods provide instant weight-bearing and replace
damaged bone tissue rather than trying to promote bone healing. There is strong
evidence to support the use of these systems, which can undoubtedly improve
patients' quality of life, even for those with a poor prognosis. Literature
shows that not only these prostheses used in tumour patients, but they are also
used to treat non-oncologic patients. They have become the most popular
reconstruction technique following segmental resection of the long bones in the
extremities during the past three decades. These devices are a promising
substitute that may lead to quick recuperation, joint function restoration,
and, in the worst situations, amputation avoidance. Megaprostheses are
comparatively simple to operate, and their highly modular systems enable a wide
range of resections to accommodate as many patients as feasible. There are many
different kinds of megaprostheses implants available for limb salvage surgery.
They differ in their shape, size, make and functioning. An important issue that
significantly affects prosthesis survival is prosthetic joint infection. An
elevated risk of infection is linked to the usage of megaprostheses.
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Samuel Macwan, PT
College of Physiotherapy, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be
University), Piparia, Waghodia, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.
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