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Richard Galloway1, Nicholas Gikas2, Ramez Golomohammad3
1Sarcoma and Joint Reconstruction Unit, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, London, GBR.
Cureus
|December 14, 2022
Summary
This case study highlights the successful use of carbon-fibre implants with separation surgery and stereotactic radiotherapy (SBRT) for spinal metastases. This novel approach improved patient outcomes and facilitated easier follow-up imaging.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Neurosurgery
- Radiotherapy
Background:
- Spinal metastases management traditionally relies on radiotherapy alone.
- Novel approaches integrate surgical techniques with radiotherapy for improved outcomes.
- Titanium implants are increasingly used but can interfere with imaging.
Keywords:
breast cancercarbon fibre implantsseparation surgeryspinal metastasisstereotactic radiosurgery
