AOSpine Masters Series Volume 2: Primary Spinal Tumors (AOSpine Masters Series, 2)

This second volume in the AOSpine Masters Series balances critical
appraisal of current evidence in spine oncology with the opinions of experienced
spine surgeons to create a unique clinical reference for spine oncology
surgeons. The book provides expert guidance to help clinicians make the right
treatment decisions and provide the best care for their patients. The chapters
have been written and researched by key leaders in spine oncology and range from
general evaluation, staging, and decision making principles to
histology-specific oncologic patient management.

Key
Features:

• Editors are internationally-recognized authorities on the
  treatment of primary spine tumors
• Synthesizes the best available
  evidence and consensus expert advice on primary spine tumors, leading to optimal
  clinical recommendations
• Each chapter includes clinical pearls, tips
  on complication avoidance, and “top 5 must-read references”

The AOSpine
Masters Series, a co-publication of Thieme and the AOSpine Foundation, addresses
current clinical issues whereby international masters of spine share their
expertise and recommendations on a particular topic. The goal of the series is
to contribute to an evolving, dynamic model of an evidence-based medicine
approach to spine care.

All neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons,
neuro-oncologists, and orthopedic oncologists specializing in spine, along with
residents and fellows in these areas, will find this book to be an excellent
resource that they will often refer to in their treatment of patients with
primary tumors of the spine.