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Dr. Rajeshwari is a recognized specialist in treating and diagnosing spinal cord tumors, providing comprehensive treatments tailored to meet each individual patient’s individual needs.
Spinal cord tumors
Spinal cord tumors are complex conditions that require a multidisciplinary approach for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. Modern advancements in medical imaging, surgical techniques, and treatment methods have significantly improved outcomes in managing spinal cord tumors. Regular follow-ups and personalized treatment plans are essential for achieving positive results. These tumors are abnormal growths of cells within or around the spine, which may be either benign (noncancerous) or malignant, originating from different components of the spinal cord or its surrounding tissues
Diagnosis
To identify spinal cord tumors the doctor. Rajeshwari use a combination of the following:
Medical Background and Physical Exam To determine the presence of symptoms and neurological signs that could indicate a problem.
Imaging Studies: MRI and CT scans are often utilized to show the location of the effects of tumors and their impact on the surrounding tissues.
Biopsy A portion of the tumor can be examined microscopically to determine its kind.
Spinal Cord Tumors Treatment
The treatment method is dependent on the type of tumor the location and type of tumor, as well as the patient’s general health. The options are:
Surgery Surgical goal is to achieve complete excision of the tumor whi;e maintaining the neurological function.
Radiotherapy Therapy is often employed to treat tumors that are unable to be removed surgically completely, as well as to remove malignant tumors.
Chemotherapy is used in certain instances, particularly for metastatic tumors or malignant ones.
targeted therapy and Immunotherapy The latest treatments that target specific cancerous cells or improve immunity.