Spine Treatment & Neurosurgery

Spinal Tumors

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Senior Neurosurgeon & Spine Specialist

Dr. Dilip S. Kiyawat, Leading Spine & Neurosurgeon in the Field of Spinal Tumors

Comprehensive Surgical Management of Spinal Cord Tumors

A spinal cord tumor is an abnormal growth of cells within the spinal cord or surrounding structures. These tumors can be benign or malignant, disrupting the normal functioning of the spinal cord. The primary spinal tumour arise from the spinal cord, its surrounding coverings or the bony spinal column. Meningioma and neurofibroma are the commonest benign tumors of spine.

Symptoms :- May include back pain, weakness, and numbness in one or all limbs. Problems with coordination, difficulty in walking, and poor control of bladder function warrant immediate attention. Diagnosis involves imaging tests like MRI and CT scans.

Treatment :- Most of the cases require surgical excision of the tumor as early as possible. Other modalities of management are radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, depending on the tumor type and location. Early detection and intervention are crucial for better outcomes, and a multidisciplinary approach involving neurosurgeons, oncologists, and rehabilitation specialists is often employed to manage spinal cord tumors effectively.

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SPINAL TUMORS

Microsurgical precision, neural pathway preservation, and multi-modal oncology care

Causes

Primary Tumors: These originate within the spinal cord or surrounding tissues. Examples include ependymomas, astrocytomas, meningiomas, and schwannomas.

Symptoms

Back Pain: Persistent, often localized pain in the back or neck. Pain may worsen at night or during physical activity due to spinal cord compression.

Treatment

Dr. Dilip S. Kiyawat may perform micro-neurosurgery to remove the tumor. The goal is often to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and preserve neurological function.

Rehabilitation

Tailored exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility. Focus on restoring neural function and motor skills affected by surgery or other treatments.

Pain Radiation

Pain that radiates along nerve pathways due to nerve compression. Sciatica-like symptoms or shooting limb pain if the tumor affects nerve roots.

Physical Therapy

Tailored exercises to improve core strength, spinal flexibility, and gait stability. Focus on restoring daily functional independence.

Targeted Therapies

Drugs that target specific molecular aspects of cancer cells. May be used in select cases based on histopathological and tumor genetic characteristics.

Pain Management

Comprehensive protocols addressing residual pain and neuropathy through neuro-modulators, medications, or specialized supportive therapies.

Clinical Case Studies

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Analysis

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SPINAL cord TUMOR in cervical region

Pre-operative MRI demonstrating intradural extramedullary cervical tumor