Abstract:Background Data: Intradural-extramedullary (IDEM) tumors represent two-thirds of spinal cord tumors. As IDEM tumors are mostly benign, advocated approaches for surgical excision of these lesions should aim for total excision of the lesion with avoiding unnecessary disruption of spinal stability. Study design: This is a retrospective case series. Purpose: To assess the feasibility and advantages of a minimally invasive hemilaminectomy approach for excising IDEM spinal tumors. Patients and Methods: This study wa… Show more
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