title: Surgical management of spinal cord lesions due to metastases.
abstract: The authors having operated on 358 cases of metastatic lesions, 112 involving the spinal cord, explain their aim and surgical techniques. The importance of an early operation is emphasized. The main purpose is to improve the quality of the patient's life.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001843:Bone Cements; D001863:Bone Screws; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007796:Laminectomy; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D013120:Spinal Cord Neoplasms / Q000556:secondary* / Q000601:surgery; D013123:Spinal Fusion
chemical_list: D001843:Bone Cements