Scientists don't know what causes these tumors, although the noncancerous growths may be hereditary or present since birth.
Johan L. Slooff has written: 'Primary intramedullary tumors of the spinal cord and filum terminale' -- subject(s): Spinal cord, Tumors
Tethered Spinal Cord is a condition where the spinal cord is attached to the spinal column and that causes the cord to become stretched.
.early detection of cancer in other organs may prevent spinal cord tumors. Lifestyle changes, as stopping smoking, to lower the risk of the development of other types of cancer, may also help.
Laminectomy is used for metastatic tumor invasion of the spinal cord (which causes compression), and for narrowing of the spinal cord (a condition called spinal stenosis.)
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the spine has many heath problems such as tumors,and inflammatory diseases
.Surgery is usually the first step in treating benign and malignant tumors. radiation and chemotherapy treatments may be effective. pain relievers and cortisone drugs to lessen swelling around the tumor, and ease pressure on the spinal cord.
spinal MENINGITIS is a bacterial disease that attacks the spinal cord. it causes inflammation of the membranes enclosing the spinal cord. it is especially fatal in infants and young children.
A myelogram is used to diagnose spinal cord or nerve root compression by injecting contrast dye into the spinal canal and performing imaging studies to visualize the spinal cord and nerve roots. It can help identify causes of back or leg pain, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, or tumors that are not clearly visible on other imaging tests like x-rays or MRI.
Radiosurgery is used to treat small brain and spinal cord tumors. This procedure can save your life and is important for those who need to get rid of their tumors.
Brown-Séquard syndrome is typically caused by a spinal cord injury that results in damage to one side of the spinal cord. This can be due to trauma, such as a gunshot or stab wound, or a spinal cord tumor. Other rare causes include spinal cord infarction or multiple sclerosis.
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