Journal of surgical oncology
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A retrospective analysis of the results and relapse pattern was evaluated in 34 patients with Ewing's family bone tumors (EFBT) treated at Rizzoli Institute with neoadjuvant chemotherapy between 1983 and 2003. ⋯ We conclude that EFBT of the ribs, when treated with neoadjuvant chemotherapy, have an outcome similar to that of patients with EFBT located in other sites.
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The aim of this study was to analyze the potential utilization of external jugular vein (EJV) cutdown approach for totally implantable venous access device (TIVAD) placement. ⋯ TIVAD placement by the SV percutaneous approach is safe and fast, and its success rate is very high. By avoiding the immediate complications associated with the percutaneous approach, the EJV cutdown has to be considered a valid, safe, and suitable alternative when the SV percutaneous approach unsuccessful after two needle puncture.