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Spinal Cord and Spinal Column Tumors

Curtis A. Dickman, Michael G. Fehlings, Ziya L. Gokaslan
This text covers the state-of-the-art techniques for diagnosing and managing tumors of the spine and spinal cord. It includes latest information on surgical approaches for resection, reconstruction, decompression, and internal stabilization for tumors of the spine, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. The book also covers such treatments as systemic and intrathecal chemotherapy, embolization techniques, external beam radiation therapy, brachytherapy, and stereotactic radiosurgery. br br Key features:br - 775 high quality illustrations, including 369 in brilliant four color, illuminate concepts in pathology and surgical technique br - Full review of the basic science of tumors of the spinal cord and nerves aids the comprehension of pathology and indications for treatment br - Step-by-step instruction guides the clinician through operative approaches, including decompression of tumors, en bloc resection of primary spinal tumors, reconstruction of the spine, spinal fixation and more br - Discussion of the current algorithm techniques to manage metastatic spinal disease br br This book will benefit established neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, and residents requiring a complete text on current techniques in managing tumors of the spine and spinal column.
Autor: Dickman, Curtis A. Fehlings, Michael G. Gokaslan, Ziya L.
EAN: 9781588902221
Sprache: Englisch
Seitenzahl: 712
Produktart: Gebunden
Verlag: Thieme, Stuttgart
Schlagworte: Rückenmark Tumor Wirbelsäule / Rückgrat Spinal Cord Tumors oncology spinal column spinal cord spinal disease spine spine surgery
Größe: 32 × 223 × 286
Gewicht: 2360 g