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Introduction Venous thromboembolism (VTE), including deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), is a well-known complication following orthopaedic surgery. In the absence of thromboprophylaxis, incidences up to 40% have been

: Recurrence of disease Osteoarthrosis The need for knee arthroplasty Secondary outcomes: Articular effusion Pain Limited range of motion Complications due to surgery: infection or wound dehiscence

resumed once the wound has healed. Monoclonal antibodies should be used with caution during the perioperative period due to the potential for infectious complications. Single bone metastases in the pre-fracture stage, or even with an associated fracture

that benefit from preoperative embolization in order to reduce perioperative blood loss or blood transfusion requirement. Therefore, we determined the effectiveness of embolization, the incidence of embolization-related complications, reduction in

metastasis, a small lesion or when the tumour can be excised without a demanding procedure, the tumour should be excised completely to avoid further local complications. In most cases, however, an intralesional approach with minimally invasive technique is

possible in many cases, leading to a steady decrease in the rate of amputations. 1 , 2 Long-term results of tumour endoprostheses are important to evaluate functional outcome for patients, possible complications and implant survival. The main

margins; a durable reconstruction; low incidence of complications; and no negative effects on the adjuvant therapy protocol. Nowadays, a marginal or wide resection combined with adjuvant chemotherapy and followed by reconstruction is to be preferred over

with a success rate of 87% to 100%. 22 Radiofrequency thermal ablation has gained popularity as a cost-effective, minimally invasive method with lower morbidity and fewer complications compared to an open technique. 23 However, this technique

complications deriving from secondary dysfunctions of the axial and supportive functions of the spine and pelvis. Loss or dysfunction of any component of this complex anatomical system causes failure of other adjacent organs of movement, such as the hip joints

, the use of extensive reconstructions or large, complication-prone prostheses should not be pursued. Long-term survival (expected survival > six months) justifies and requires comprehensive surgery. Radiotherapy Palliative radiotherapy for