RESECTION OF LUMBAR SPINE TUMORS

Resection of Lumbar Spine Tumors in NYC

Resection of lumbar spine tumors in NYC represents a significant part of the work of any spine surgeon.

A spinal tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue that grows in or around the spinal cord or the spinal column. This tissue is made up of cells that are growing abnormally and in an uncontrolled way. Lumbar spinal tumors can cause pain in the lower back, weakness in the legs, changes to bladder or bowel control, and an array of other symptoms accompanying the pain, including nausea, fever, and shakes.

Lumbar Spine Tumors – Not all the Same

The word “tumor” evokes anxiety in almost all people, yet not all tumors are the same…

Tumors can be benign, which means they are non-cancerous. This means that, while they will keep growing unless removed, they cannot spread throughout the rest of the body. These tend to be the most common tumors in younger adults and are the easiest tumors to manage.

A cancerous tumor is considered to be malignant. This means that its cells can break away and spread to other areas of the body via the bloodstream and lymphatic system.

Cancerous tumors in the spine may be primary or secondary. A primary spinal tumor originates in the spine or spinal column. These are relatively rare and may occasionally have a genetic cause. A secondary spinal tumor has originated in another part of the body and has spread to the spine. Secondary spinal tumors are also known as metastatic spinal tumors, and these are the most common spinal tumors seen in people from middle age and older.

The spinal column is the most common site in the body for bone metastases, or secondary cancers which develop in bones. It is estimated that between thirty and seventy percent of patients with advanced cancer will develop spread of cancer to their spine. The most common cancers which spread to the spine are those of the lung, breast, and prostate, however others do so as well, including melanoma, lymphoma, bowel, and kidney cancers.

The Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery for Tumor Resection

There are a number of approaches to treating spinal tumors, and to a large extent these depend on the type of tumor.

Minimally Invasive spine surgery in NYC is an innovative approach that can be used to reduce the pressure that a particular tumor puts on nerves while preserving neurological function and correcting instability of the spine. While primary and benign tumors are best totally resected (removed) and a cure can be achieved, secondary spinal tumors are resected for palliative reasons, to preserve quality of life for as long as possible.

Take Steps to a Better Quality of Life: Contact Dr. Kornel and Dr. Sharma Today

If you have a lumbar spine tumor, you deserve experienced surgeons to provide comprehensive spine care. Dr. Ezriel Kornel and Dr. Krishn Sharma can help you overcome the pain of your condition. Please call (914) 351-3600 to schedule a consultation appointment today!