[vertebral and spinal cord tumors associated with scoliosis and kyphosis]

Eighteen cases of vertebral and spinal cord tumors associated with spine deformity are included in this study. Thoracic spine was involved most frequently. Neurological deficits were found in 14 patients. Surgical management was carried out in 14 cases. In 4 patients with complete transversal spine lesion percutaneous needle biopsy was done to establish the diagnosis. Surgery was supplemented by radiotherapy or radiotherapy and chemotherapy in 10 cases. Neurological improvement was found in 15 cases.