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Oncologic reconstruction of the proximal femur in children younger than 9 years using a proximal humerus allograft and a hip prosthesis: Report of two cases and description of the surgical technique
(Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2025-11-26) Ivan Mauricio Rodriguez Macias; Juan Fernando Chaustre; Gabriel Narvaez Rodriguez; Luis Carlos Gomez; Andrea Franco; Camilo Soto Montoya
Introduction: Proximal femoral tumor resection poses a major challenge in orthopaedic oncology, particularly in very young pediatric patients (<9 years), where the need to preserve function and limb length collides with the limited availability of reconstructive options (3D-printed implants, endoprostheses, biological constructs such as vascularized fibular grafts, and allograft-prosthetic composites) or leads to amputation. Objective: To describe in detail the surgical technique for proximal femoral tumor resection and reconstruction using an allograft-prosthetic composite (APC) with a proximal humerus allograft plus a hip prosthesis, documenting its applicability and outcomes regarding function, allograft survival, and oncologic disease status in two pediatric cases treated at a national cancer referral center in Bogot´a, Colombia. Methods: We report two pediatric cases and detail the surgical technique used for proximal femoral reconstruction after tumor resection, based on an APC (proximal humerus allograft + hip prosthesis). Data were collected from medical records with radiological and functional follow-up. Results: In both patients, proximal femoral reconstruction using our technique yielded a stable construct with preservation of limb function (MSTS >72), documented graft incorporation at 3 months, local disease control, and only one recorded complication (contact dermatitis). Conclusion: Proximal femoral reconstruction using an APC with a proximal humerus allograft is a viable and safe surgical option in pediatric patients with Ewing sarcoma. In our experience, the technique was successfully applied in two patients, allowing limb preservation with a favorable course. Thus, it offers a functional and reliable option for limb salvage in selected cases.