Spinal Tumour

Spinal tumour is the abnormal growth of the cells around the spinal cord. Depending on their place of origin, they may be called cervical (neck), thoracic (mid-back), or lumbosacral (low back).

Types of Spinal Tumour

Vertebral Column Tumors

These tumors involve the bony vertebral column and are usually metastatic.

Intradural-Extramedullary Tumors

These tumors are mainly comprised of meningiomas and nerve sheath tumors and are usually benign.

Intramedullary Tumors

These tumors usually arise from supporting cells (glia) within the substance of the spinal cord itself.

Signs & Symptoms of Spinal Tumour

Abnormal sensations or loss of sensation
Back pain
Fecal incontinence
Muscle contractions, twitches, or spasms (fasciculations)
Muscle function loss
Muscle weakness

Treatment of Spinal Tumour

Surgery

Surgery is used to remove the tumor without weakening the spine. If the tumor cannot be removed completely, a part of it is often removed to slow down its progress. A type of surgery called decompressive laminectomy is sometimes done to relieve pressure within the spinal canal.

Steroids

Steroids are used to bring down any swelling around the tumor. They help relieve symptoms and stop damage to the spinal cord from becoming permanent.

Radiation Therapy

Also called radiotherapy, it is the use of high-energy rays to kill tumor cells, thereby, stopping them from growing and multiplying.

Chemotherapy

It is the use of drugs to destroy cancer cells, usually by stopping their ability to grow and divide. The goal of chemotherapy can be to destroy cancer cells remaining after surgery, slow a tumor’s growth, or reduce symptoms.

Other Treatments

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