The prognostic factors of recurrent GCT: a cooperative study by the Eastern Asian Musculoskeletal Oncology Group

Early local recurrence of GCT is a risk factor for repeat recurrence. Repeat recurrence also correlates with lung metastasis. Recurettage with meticulous adjuvant treatment to completely preclude recurrent lesions is a reasonable method for preserving the adjacent joint. However, a continuous careful follow-up is mandatory.