Satisfaction after joint-preservation surgery in patients with musculoskeletal knee sarcoma based on various scores

Abstract

Background/Aim: At our institute, we prioritize joint-preservation whenever possible in cases of musculoskeletal knee sarcoma. This study aimed to evaluate patient satisfaction after joint-preservation surgery using different scales. Patients and Methods: Surveys were mailed to 62 patients with musculoskeletal knee sarcoma. We analyzed the responders’ data based on the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS) score, Toronto Extremity Salvage Score (TESS), and three component scores (physical, mental, and role/social) of the 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey according to whether they belonged to patients in the joint-preservation or in the joint-replacement groups. Results: The survey response rate was 67.7%. MSTS and TESS scores were higher in the patients in the joint-preservation group than in the joint-replacement group, although the differences lacked statistical significance. Conclusion: Better physical outcomes improve patient satisfaction, as demonstrated by the high satisfaction in the group with joint-preservation.