Spinal Oncology An Issue of Neurosurgery Clinics of North America (Volume 31-2) (The Clinics: Surgery, Volume 31-2)

By Mark H. Bilsky MD, Ilya Laufer
This issue of Neurosurgery Clinics, guest edited by Dr. Mark H. Bilsky, will cover key topics in Spinal Oncology. This issue is one of four selected each year by our series consulting editors, Dr. Russell R. Lonser and Dr. Daniel K. Resnick. Topics discussed in this issue will include: Radiation Strategies for Chordoma, New Prospects for Molecular Targets in Chordoma, Surgical Strategies for Chordoma, State of the Art Treatment for Giant Cell Tumors, NOMS and Other Decision Frameworks for Metastatic Disease, Evolving Role of SBRT in Spine Metastases, Hybrid Therapy for Metastatic Disease, Interventional Hybrid Therapy for Metastatic Disease LITT and SBRT, MIS Strategies Changing the Treatment of Spine Tumors, Intradural Tumors, SBRT for Benign Spine Tumors, and Evolving Diagnostic Treatment Paradigms for Spine and Peripheral Nerve Manifestations of NF, among others.

The field of spinal oncology has seen significant advancements in recent years, and Dr. Mark H. Bilsky’s Neurosurgery Clinics issue on the subject promises to be a cutting-edge exploration of the subject. With topics ranging from radiation strategies for chordoma to interventional hybrid therapy for metastatic disease, this issue takes a comprehensive look at the latest approaches to spinal oncology.

Co-edited with Ilya Laufer, this issue of Neurosurgery Clinics promises to be an invaluable resource for medical professionals seeking to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in spinal oncology. The issue is one of four hand-picked each year by our series consulting editors, Dr. Russell R. Lonser and Dr. Daniel K. Resnick.

The 240-page eBook is published by Elsevier and is available in English. It was released on April 2, 2020, and carries the ISBN-10: 0323732860 and ISBN-13: 978-0323732864.

The guest editor, Dr. Mark H. Bilsky has dedicated his career to the study and treatment of spinal cord tumors. He is an attending neurosurgeon and an associate attending orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Dr. Bilsky has also served as a professor of neurological surgery at Weill Medical College of Cornell University. Therefore, with his contributions, the issue is sure to be an authoritative source of expert knowledge that will inform, educate, and enlighten as you explore the contents.

One of the key themes of the issue is the evolving role of stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) in treating spine metastases. Oncologists are increasingly recognizing the value of SBRT, which is a precise form of radiation therapy that targets tumors very precisely. It can be performed on an outpatient basis and causes minimal side effects, making it a very attractive treatment option for many patients.

The issue also explores the latest in molecular targets and surgical strategies for chordoma, a tumor that occurs in the bones of the spine. There is a significant focus on chordoma because it is a difficult type of cancer to treat, and the latest research into molecular targets and surgical approaches has shown promise in improving outcomes.

The issue isn’t exclusively theoretical; it also includes actionable guidance on the treatment of giant cell tumors and metastatic spine tumors. The authors of the issue have assembled helpful NOMS decision frameworks that readers can use to make informed decisions when treating patients with these diseases.

Intradural tumors, benign spine tumors, and peripheral nerve manifestations of NF are further topics covered in this issue, making sure explore many cancer types and scenarios.

Overall, Dr. Mark H. Bilsky’s Neurosurgery Clinics issue is a timely and informative exploration of spinal oncology that builds on the latest research and expert knowledge. Medical professionals who want to stay at the forefront of their field and provide the best possible care for their patients will benefit immensely from its insights.

If you work in this field or want to increase your knowledge of it — or if you know someone who does — this issue is a must-have. Available in the convenient digital format of an eBook, it can be carried and read anywhere so that you can continue brushing up on the latest in spinal oncology while you commute or between patients.

Place your order today to learn from the top thought leaders in the field of spinal oncology, gain insights into the latest research, and improve your patient care outcomes. You can trust Dr. Mark H. Bilsky and his co-editor to guide you through the complexities of spinal oncology by ordering the Neurosurgery Clinics issue on spinal oncology.

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier (April 2, 2020)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323732860
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323732864