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A systematic and evidence-based approach to the management of vertebral metastasis.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  22084772     Owner:  NLM     Status:  In-Data-Review    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
Diagnosis and management of vertebral metastasis requires a systematic approach to patient identification as well as selection of appropriate therapy. Rapid identification and prompt intervention in the treatment of malignant epidural spinal cord compression (MESCC) is key to maintaining quality of life. This paper provides a series of tools as well as guidance in selecting effective and evidence-based therapy individualized to the specific patient.
Authors:
Richard L S Jennelle; Vani Vijayakumar; Srinivasan Vijayakumar
Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article     Date:  2011-08-02
Journal Detail:
Title:  ISRN surgery     Volume:  2011     ISSN:  2090-5793     ISO Abbreviation:  ISRN Surg     Publication Date:  2011  
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2011-11-15     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  101566866     Medline TA:  ISRN Surg     Country:  Egypt    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  719715     Citation Subset:  -    
Affiliation:
Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 N. State Street, Jackson, MS 39216, USA.
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