Abstract Surgical resection is considered the mainstay treatment modality of most skull base chordomas and chondrosarcomas. Adequate exposure for maximal safe tumor resection while reducing the risks of complications and…
Abstract The skull is an uncommon location for primary bone tumors. Those that arise in this location are often malignant, and the most common are chordoma and chondrosarcoma. These tumors…
Abstract The development of the human skeleton begins soon after conception; the skeleton continues to grow until a peak bone mass is achieved during young adulthood and then remodels throughout…
Abstract Chordomas and chondrosarcomas are distinct pathological entities that share many clinical–radiological similarities. Furthermore, a variety of different tumors may also be a part of their differential diagnosis. These include…
Abstract Chordomas and chondrosarcomas are rare bone cancers that share many clinicoradiological similarities. Nevertheless, they are distinct pathological entities that markedly differ regarding their origin, history, and prognosis. Chordomas represent…
Abstract Chondrosarcomas are a heterogeneous group of malignant cartilage-forming tumors, which are resistant to conventional chemo- and radiotherapy. Consequently, patients presenting with inoperable disease cannot be offered any alternative treatment….
Abstract Chordomas are tumors that arise from the osseous spine and skull base. They are often difficult to manage given their locally destructive behavior and predilection to grow near vascular…
Summary of Key Points • Imaging of acute spine trauma is complementary to clinical examination and must include not only detection of fractures but careful attention to signs of possible…
Summary of Key Points • Surgical positions, incisions, and retractors are reviewed for cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral locations. • Technical details of various surgical approaches are outlined. • Anatomy…
Summary of Key Points • Pediatric spinal deformity can be a complex condition involving and affecting other physiologic systems along with the spine. • Obtaining thorough prenatal and perinatal history,…
