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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 103-B, Issue SUPP_15 | Pages 48 - 48
1 Dec 2021
Corrigan R Barlow G Hartley C McNally M
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Aim

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a rare but often devastating complication of chronic osteomyelitis. Optimum diagnosis and management are not well established. This paper aimed to develop a definitive, evidence-based approach to its diagnosis and management.

Method

A systematic review of relevant published studies available in English from 1999-present was conducted. Strict inclusion criteria ensured that the diagnoses of osteomyelitis and SCC were explicit and valid. Additional cases from our institution were included using the same eligibility criteria. Data regarding patient demographics, osteomyelitis diagnosis, SCC diagnosis and its management and patient outcomes were collected. Statistical significance was assessed by Fisher's exact test.