Overview
We provide comprehensive surgical care for benign and malignant tumors of the spine, including primary spinal tumors and metastatic spine disease. Surgery is advised when tumors cause pain, neurological weakness, spinal instability, or deformity. Treatment is planned through a multidisciplinary approach, coordinated with oncology, radiology, and rehabilitation teams for optimal outcomes.
Types of Spinal Tumors
Primary Tumors: Originate in the spine itself. Can be benign (e.g., osteoid osteoma, hemangioma) or malignant (e.g., chordoma, osteosarcoma).
Metastatic Tumors: Cancers that have spread to the spine from other parts of the body, commonly from breast, lung, prostate, or kidney cancers.
Treatment Options
- Surgical removal of spinal tumors (complete or partial, as appropriate)
- En bloc resection (Tomita's technique) for selected primary malignant tumors
- Decompression of the spinal cord and nerve roots
- Stabilization and reconstruction of the spine after tumor removal
- Minimally invasive surgery for selected spinal tumors
- Management of spinal metastasis with palliative and stabilizing procedures
Recovery & Prognosis
Recovery varies significantly depending on tumor type, location, and extent of surgery. Hospital stay typically ranges from 5-14 days. Rehabilitation is usually required and may take several months. Additional treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy may be needed. The multidisciplinary team coordinates all aspects of recovery to optimize outcomes and quality of life.