Vialle Roberto Luiz (Ed.) AO Spine Masters Series. Volume 2. Primary Spinal Tumors

Thieme, 2015. — 216 p. — ISBN: 978-1-62623-047-7.This second volume in the AOSpine Masters Series balances critical appraisal of current evidence in spine oncology with the opinions of experienced spine surgeons to create a unique clinical reference for spine oncology surgeons. The book provides expert guidance to help clinicians make the right treatment decisions and provide the best care for their patients. The chapters have been written and researched by key leaders in spine oncology and range from general evaluation, staging, and decision making principles to histology-specific oncologic patient management.Evaluation and Decision Making
Safety and Efficacy of Surgery for Primary Tumors of the Spine
Interventional Options for Primary Tumors of the Spine
Radiation Therapy for Primary Bone Tumors
Medical Oncology Principles for the Spine Oncology Surgeon
Spinal Osteoid Osteoma and Osteoblastoma
Aneurysmal Bone Cyst and Giant Cell Tumor
Chordoma
Chondrosarcoma
Osteogenic Sarcoma and Ewing’s Sarcoma of the Spine
Margins in Spine Tumor Resection: How Much Is Enough?
Is Planned Transgression Okay?
Principles Behind Determining the Right Approach
Spinopelvic Reconstruction/Fixation and Fusion
Structural Graft Selection
Wound Closure Techniques
Complications and Their Avoidance: How to Plan Primary Tumor Resection to Minimize Complications and Maximize Outcome