Spinal Tumors are abnormal growths or mass of tissue surrounding or within the spinal cord. There are several different ways that are used to describe or identify spinal Tumors, and this depends on whether it is primary or secondary (also known as metastatic).<\/p>\n
A spinal tumor can also be described based on whether it is benign or malignant.<\/p>\n
Spinal Tumors are also categorized by their location within the spine.<\/p>\n
Causes of Spinal Tumors<\/strong><\/p>\n The causes of spinal Tumors are unknown, but it is suspected that genetics as well as the environment play a role.<\/p>\n Several spinal Tumors are linked to individuals who have these two genetic traits:<\/p>\n Symptoms of Spinal Tumors<\/strong><\/p>\n Spinal Tumors can cause different symptoms, however, non-mechanical back pain (mostly in the middle or lower back) is the most frequent symptom of both benign and malignant spinal cord Tumors. The pain is not attributed to stress, injury or physical activity but increases with activity and can get worse when lying down at night. The pain may spread to the arms, hips, legs or feet and may worsen over time.<\/p>\n Other symptoms include:<\/p>\n Diagnosis of Spinal Tumors<\/strong><\/p>\n Since spinal Tumors can be overlooked due to their symptoms resembling other common conditions, it is important for your physician to know your complete medical history and perform both general physical and neurological examinations.<\/p>\n If a spinal tumor is suspected, the following tests can help in confirming the diagnosis as well as pinpointing the tumor\u2019s location:<\/p>\n Treatment of Spinal Tumors<\/strong><\/p>\n Treatment and prognosis of spinal Tumors usually varies depending on whether the tumor is primary or metastatic (secondary), benign or malignant among other factors.<\/p>\n Treatment options include radiation, chemotherapy, surgery <\/strong>or a combination of the three depending on the individual\u2019s circumstances and the type of tumor present.<\/p>\n Preservation of neurologic function and controlling pain is an essential factor in treating spinal Tumors. That is why multiple treatment options are available, which range from surgery for correcting any spinal deformity or neural compression, to interventional techniques such as injecting bone cement into the damaged bones (during a procedure known as vertebroplasty) to help in strengthening the spine.<\/p>\n Next Step<\/strong><\/p>\n At King\u2019s College Hospital Dubai, we focus on offering an exemplary service, from initial consultation through to final diagnosis and treatment and beyond. Our multidisciplinary team of expert doctors, nurses, physio therapists are here to offer tailored management and treatment of your condition, and to answer any questions that you might have throughout your time with us. Whatever you need us for, we\u2019re only a phone-call away.<\/p>\n If you have any additional questions or need more information about Spinal Tumors, please visit Kings Cancer Centre<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":12536,"menu_order":307,"template":"","service-category":[],"class_list":["post-4293","service","type-service","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n
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