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This second volume in the AOSpine Masters Series balances critical

appraisal of current evidence in spine oncology with the opinions of experienced

spine surgeons to create a unique clinical reference for spine oncology

surgeons. The book provides expert guidance to help clinicians make the right

treatment decisions and provide the best care for their patients. The chapters

have been written and researched by key leaders in spine oncology and range from

general evaluation, staging, and decision making principles to

histology-specific oncologic patient management.Key

Features:Editors are internationally-recognized authorities on the

treatment of primary spine tumorsSynthesizes the best available

evidence and consensus expert advice on primary spine tumors, leading to optimal

clinical recommendations Each chapter includes clinical pearls, tips

on complication avoidance, and "top 5 must-read references" The AOSpine

Masters Series, a co-publication of Thieme and the AOSpine Foundation, addresses

current clinical issues whereby international masters of spine share their

expertise and recommendations on a particular topic. The goal of the series is

to contribute to an evolving, dynamic model of an evidence-based medicine

approach to spine care.All neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons,

neuro-oncologists, and orthopedic oncologists specializing in spine, along with

residents and fellows in these areas, will find this book to be an excellent

resource that they will often refer to in their treatment of patients with

primary tumors of the spine.

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