There exists a substantial body of literature focused on the management of spinal deformities and an additional array dedicated to the handling of spinal tumors. However, these subjects have typically been addressed in isolation, presenting a considerable challenge for both providers and learners who require an integrated understanding to effectively care for patients. Notably, the manifestation of spinal deformity frequently coincides with the initial diagnosis of spinal tumors, particularly within pediatric populations and certain syndromic tumor presentations. Moreover, spinal deformities can arise following surgical intervention, radiation therapy, or tumor progression. Thus, the emergence of a text that addresses these interconnected topics is urgently warranted.
This book endeavors to fill this void by synthesizing contemporary techniques and management strategies, thereby establishing a cohesive framework for the interplay between spinal deformities and tumors. The text is systematically organized into chapters that discuss deformities associated with primary tumors, metastatic tumors, and iatrogenic deformities resulting from spinal tumor treatment. It examines specific conditions, including neurofibromatosis, osteoid osteoma, kyphosis, scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, chin-on-chest deformity, flat-back deformity, and pathological fractures linked to therapeutic interventions.
By offering a distinctive perspective that integrates the domains of spinal deformity and tumor management into a comprehensive treatment paradigm, “Spinal Tumor Associated Deformity” serves as an invaluable resource for orthopedic and spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, and all practitioners engaged in the care of these complex cases.
