Severe kyphosis with spinal cord compression after resection of a superior sulcus tumor

Cornelis G. Vos, Koen J. Hartemink, Tim U. Jiya, Ricardo E. Feller, Jan W.A. Oosterhuis, Marinus A. Paul

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Abstract

Vertebral involvement is no longer a contraindication for resection of superior sulcus tumors. We describe a patient who developed a kyphoscoliosis with spinal cord compression after resection of a superior sulcus tumor that invaded the vertebral column. Risk factors for spinal instability and indications for stabilization are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1003-1006
Number of pages4
JournalAnnals of Thoracic Surgery
Volume94
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Sept 2012
Externally publishedYes

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