Epidural Spinal Cord Compression
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 04-01-1999
Epidural Spinal Cord Compression
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Spinal cord compression is a common metastatic complication of patients with cancer, caused by a cancer mass on the spinal cord. A complete spine MRI scan is important to diagnose and locate the precise location of the tumors. Treatment is with radiation therapy. Follow-up monitoring for cancer recurrence is important. |