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Depending on their location, the spinal cord tumors can be:
The symptoms seen are due to spinal nerve compression and weakening of the vertebral structure. Incontinence and decreased sensitivity in the ''saddle aera'' ( Buttock s) are generally considered warning signs of Spinal Cord Compression by the tumor. Back Pain in a patient with known malignancy may prompt a Bone Scan to confirm or exclude spinal metastasis. DIAGNOSIS MRI and Bone Scan ning are used for diagnostic purposes. This assesses not only the location of the tumor(s) but also their relationship with the Spinal Cord and the risk of cord compression. TREATMENT
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