Survival analysis after intramedullary stabilization for metastatic disease of the femur: prognostic value of common laboratory parameters

Abstract

In this single‐centre retrospective review from New Zealand, mortality after intramedullary stabilization of metastatic disease of the femoral shaft in 82 patients was 15% and 77% at 30‐days and 1‐year, respectively. Serum albumin and physical performance status were predictors of improved survival; platelet count and platelet : lymphocyte ratio were predictors of poorer survival in patients with metastatic disease of the femur.