Extramedullary-Intradural Tumors

Meningeal tumors outside the spinal cord

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What is this Condition?

Tumors that develop within the spinal membranes (dura) but outside the spinal cord. Meningiomas and schwannomas are most common. Usually benign.

Diagnosis Methods

Contrast-enhanced spinal MRI determines tumor location and size. CT is performed for bone evaluation.

Treatment Methods

Total tumor excision using microsurgery is usually possible. Prognosis is excellent.

References

  1. Ogden AT, Schwartz TH, McCormick PC. Spinal Cord Tumors in Adults. In: Winn HR, ed. Youmans and Winn Neurological Surgery. 6th ed. Elsevier; 2011.
  2. Greenberg MS. Handbook of Neurosurgery. 10th ed. Thieme; 2023.
  3. Caglar YS, Dogan I. Epidemiology of Spinal Cord Tumors. In: Spinal Cord Tumors. Cham: Springer; 2019.
  4. Intradural Extramedullary Spinal Tumors. In: Steinmetz MP, Benzel EC, eds. Benzel's Spine Surgery. 5th ed. Elsevier; 2022.

This content is for informational purposes and based on academic sources; consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.

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