New technology for bone cancer patients

New technology for bone cancer patients

Earlier when one was diagnosed with bone cancer, it lead to the amputation of the limb. But now, an implant is used  known as, Limb Preservation System (LPS), combined with a few cycles of chemotherapy. LPS is a new type of prosthetic & increasingly ised in bone surgeries related to limbs. Doctors are affirmative that this new technology can change the lives of 1000s suffering from bone cancer.

Ostegenic sarcoma is one of the most common bone cancers in children & teenagers. The only cure until now was limb amputation. LOPS is proving to be extremely useful as far as preserving the limb is concerned if the patient is young. Due the made-to-order nature of LPS, the correctness of size is ensured which in turn saves the patient from limping. The patient doesn’t have to wear any external prosthesis or mobility aids such as a crutch. The new prosthetics are made up of Titanium, & Cobalt Chrome. The material is lighter than the available cement implant & is ideal for youngsters. A person with an LPS implant can lead a healthy life style & can even indulge in sports.

The new device plays a vital role in saving the loss of excess bone during a bone replacement surgery. Thus, patients of bone cancer can get rid of the cancer cells without having to sacrifice unnecessary portions of the bone.