Chapter 15 Epidural and intramedullary spinal metastasis: clinical features and role of fractionated radiotherapy

Publication date: 2018 Source:Handbook of Clinical Neurology, Volume 149 Author(s): Dirk Rades, David Schiff Metastases involving the spinal epidural space and cord parenchyma are major sources of neurological impairment and decreased quality of life in cancer patients. Herein we review the clinical manifestations, pathophysiology, importance of early diagnosis and initiation of treatment, and role of fractionated radiotherapy of these disorders.
Source: Handbook of Clinical Neurology - Category: Neurology Source Type: research