AOSpine Masters Series Volume 2: Primary Spinal Tumors

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.