Surgical Treatment for Metastatic Hepatocarcinoma of the Spine: Two Cases

Ki Hong Choi, Chung Nam Kang, Jin Man Wang, Kwon Jae Roh, Chul Shin Kim

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Published Online: Jul 24, 2015

Abstract

Metastatic tumors of the spine often cause severe pain and paralysis because of deformity and neural encroachment. As oncology now extends the life expectancies of these patients, spinal decompression and stabilization are necessary.

2 patients who had vertebral metastases of hepatocarcinoma were operated on by decompressive corporectomy and firm stabilization. They had significant neural recovery and pain relief immediately.

Now, 2 cases are presented with a brief review of literatures.

Keywords: Vertebral metastasis; Hepatocarcinoma