Spinal Cord Tumors Treatment in Ranchi

Overview: Spinal Cord Tumors Treatment in Ranchi

A spinal tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue within or surrounding the spinal cord and/or spinal column. They can be benign or malignant but often require intervention due to the risk of neurological damage. Raj Hospital offers spinal cord tumor treatment in Ranchi. Our neurosurgeons use microsurgical techniques that aim to remove tumors while protecting motor and sensory function as far as possible.

Common Symptoms of Spinal Cord Tumors

Recognizing symptoms early leads to better outcomes. Look out for:

Back pain that uniquely worsens at night
Loss of sensation or muscle weakness, especially in the legs
Difficulty walking, sometimes leading to falls
Decreased sensitivity to pain, heat, and cold
Loss of bowel or bladder function

Diagnostic Technologies

Accurate diagnosis is crucial. We use standard neurological tests and imaging to help reach an accurate diagnosis.

Spinal MRI with Contrast

The gold standard for viewing the exact size, location, and type of spinal tumor.
Biopsy

Safe extraction of a tissue sample to determine if the tumor is benign or malignant.

Our Treatment Approaches

Microsurgical Tumor Resection

Using high-powered microscopes to safely separate the tumor from delicate spinal cord nerves.

Spinal Stabilization

Inserting hardware if tumor removal compromises spinal stability.

Radiation Therapy

May be used after surgery to treat remaining tumor cells, or to control tumors that cannot be removed.

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Our Brain & Spine Specialist

Dr. Vivek Raj

MBBS, MS, DNB

Neurosurgery (Brain & Spine)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spinal Cord Tumors treatments at Raj Hospital

Are all spinal tumors cancerous?

No, many spinal tumors (like meningiomas or schwannomas) are benign (non-cancerous). However, even benign tumors can damage the spinal cord by pressing on it, and they often need surgical removal; small tumors without symptoms are sometimes monitored with scans.

What is the recovery time after spinal tumor surgery?

Recovery varies vastly depending on the tumor's complexity. It typically involves a few days in the specialized neuro-ICU followed by extensive physical rehabilitation over several months.

How do surgeons access deep spinal internal tumors?

Surgeons use an operating microscope and, where available, intraoperative nerve monitoring to help reduce the risk of injury to the spinal cord during tumor removal.

Can radiation shrink un-removable tumors?

Often, yes. Radiation therapy, including focused techniques such as stereotactic radiosurgery, can be used to control tumors that cannot be fully removed or to treat tumor cells left after surgery; its suitability depends on the tumor type.

Are spine targeted recurring tumors preventable?

At present, there are no proven absolute preventive measures that will definitively stop spinal tumors from developing.

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