Resection of malign musculoskeletal tumors and reconstruction with large tumor prostheses often results in relevant blood loss requiring hemodynamic stabilization and transfusion. The use of novel electrosurgical electrodes is assessed retrospectively regarding the potential to reduce blood loss and the need for transfusions.
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Blood loss
Timeframe: during surgery
Transfusion of red packed blood cells
Timeframe: during surgery
Transfusion of red packed blood cells
Timeframe: 14 days post surgery