Un tumor de la médula espinal es una masa anormal de células que crece dentro del canal espinal o en los huesos de la columna. Hay muchos tipos de tumores espinales, que pueden ser benignos (no cancerosos) o malignos (cancerosos) y pueden causar discapacidad permanente, dolor y problemas neurológicos.
Los siguientes departamentos atienden a pacientes con tumor (es) de la columna vertebral:
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Neurosurgery
A department providing neurosurgical surgery and care, including evaluation and treatment for stroke, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and other conditions affecting the brain and n…
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Neuro-Oncology
A program within the Department of Neurosurgery where a neuro-oncologist provides comprehensive care for brain and spine tumors, working with specialists in oncology, radiology, r…
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Neurosurgical Spine Surgery
A program within the Department of Neurosurgery providing advanced neurosurgery expertise, care, and treatment for conditions affecting the spine and spinal cord to help patients …
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Pediatric Neurosurgery
A children’s neurosurgery program where a pediatric neurosurgeon diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system in infants, children, and adolescen…