Resection and reconstruction of malignant tumor involving sternum.
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چکیده
We present a series of four cases of chest wall tumor, which underwent sternum resection. The methods of resection and reconstruction chest wall defect are discussed and the final outcome highlighted.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Medical journal of Malaysia
دوره 67 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012