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Four-level spinal decompression for metastatic breast carcinoma. A case report
W G Brunner1, R F Spencer, D M Posel
1Department of Orthopaedics, University of Natal, Durban.
Abstract:
A case of successful four-level anterior decompression for paraplegia due to metastatic breast carcinoma is reported. Posterior instrumentation carried out shortly afterwards provided sufficient additional stability for the patient to stand and walk. It is suggested that this form of aggressive management may provide excellent palliation in certain cases of extensive metastatic neoplastic disease.