Introduction: The scapula is one of the most common locations for chondrosarcomas. They may have a primary or secondary origin, and they can be due to a degeneration of benign lesions or be secondary to radiotherapy. The surgical treatment presents good survival rates, if safety margins are preserved.
Presentation Of Case: We present the case of a chondrosarcoma of the scapula secondary to a radiodermatitis that required a modified total scapulectomy with a latissimus dorsi flap.
Discussion And Conclusion: Operations that respect or try to preserve the function of the upper limb must be taken into consideration in tumors of the pectoral girdle.
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