Spinal Cord Tumors
This book provides state-of-the-art, in-depth knowledge of spinal cord tumor surgery. After an introduction to the history and etiology of spinal cord tumor treatment, the molecular biology, cytogenetics and pathology of this group of tumors is discussed.
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Spinal Cord Tumors
Kenan I. Arnautović · Ziya L. Gokaslan Editors
Spinal Cord Tumors
Editors Kenan I. Arnautović Department of Neurosurgery University of Tennessee Health Science Center Memphis, TN USA
Ziya L. Gokaslan Department of Neurosurgery Warren Alpert School of Medicine at Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI USA
ISBN 978-3-319-99437-6 ISBN 978-3-319-99438-3 (eBook) https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-99438-3 Library of Congress Control Number: 2018964912 © Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2019 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors, and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. This Springer imprint is published by the registered company Springer Nature Switzerland AG The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland
I dedicate this book to the memory of my parents, Azijada and Ibrahim, who always taught me human decency and to aim for perfection with whatever I do; to my family, Sanja, Aska, and Alisa, with limitless love; to my mentors Professors Yasargil, Al-Mefty, de Oliveira, Boop, Samii, and Krisht who still keep me on my toes; and to my patients with spinal cord tumors with utmost appreciation for putting their trust, life, and function in my hands. —Dr. Kenan I. Arnautović I dedicate this book to the memory of my father Ibrahim and my mother Gonul; my siblings, Husnu, Tunc, and Nadide, who have been an inspiration and wonderful role models in my life; to my wife, Ayse Gul; to my children, Aaron and Hannah, for their unconditional love, understanding, and support; and to my mentors Drs. Robert Grossman, Raymond Sawaya, Henry Brem, Paul Cooper, Thomas Errico, Gordon Engler, as well as the many wonderful colleagues, residents, fellows, and staff from each I learned a tremendous amount; and most importantly, to my patients with spinal cord tumors and their loved ones for their incredible trust and most humbling bravery. —Dr.
