Spinal tumor resection

Spinal canal tumors are found in any segment of the spinal cord and cauda equina, with the thoracic segment being the most common. It can occur at any age, but the majority are adults between the ages of 20 and 40. Divided into epidural and intramedullary epidural by anatomical site. 3 categories of intramedullary. According to pathological classification, neurofibromas, meningiomas, and glioblastomas (including astrocytomas and ependymal tumors) are the three most common. Most of the spinal canal tumors are benign. The only effective treatment is surgical removal of the tumor. About 3/4 can be cured by surgical resection. Even if the patient is older, such as over 70 years old, sometimes they can better tolerate surgery. Therefore, we should take a positive attitude towards the operation of spinal canal tumors. Except for patients who are determined to be unable to tolerate surgery, once a spinal canal tumor is diagnosed, regardless of the degree of spinal cord compression, surgical treatment should be performed in a timely manner.