A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Spinal Tumors from Global Spine Experts
With recent advances in molecular genetics and biotechnology, our understanding of spinal tumors is rapidly evolving, significantly altering treatment paradigms for these complex pathologies. Spine and Spinal Cord Tumors: Classification, Management, and Treatment fills a critical void in the medical literature, offering an in-depth, current resource on the diagnosis, classification, and management of spinal column and spinal cord tumors. Edited by renowned spine surgeons Andrew A. Fanous, Michael Y. Wang, and Allan D. Levi, this reader-friendly textbook features contributions from leading international experts across nine countries and six continents.
The text is meticulously divided into six parts, encompassing a total of 44 chapters that reflect the latest standards of care, including state-of-the-art radiation therapy and innovative surgical treatments. The introductory section covers essential spinal anatomy, along with general classification, presentation, evaluation, and diagnosis of spinal tumors. Part II delves into primary tumors of the vertebral column, featuring chapters on staging, classification, pathology, and cytogenetics of both adult and pediatric lesions. Parts III and IV comprehensively cover spinal cord, meningeal, and peripheral nerve tumors, as well as metastatic spinal tumors. Part V discusses critical adjuvant treatment modalities, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and angiographic embolization. The final section presents 17 chapters dedicated to surgical management, addressing intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring, technological advances, surgical approaches, and reconstruction techniques.
Key Highlights:
- Contributions from experts in various subspecialties provide diverse perspectives and treatment philosophies.
- Invaluable clinical pearls offer insights on complications and strategies for prevention.
Authors:
Andrew Fanous (Author)
Edition: Publication Date:
May 21, 2025
