Effect of Minimally Invasive Spine Stabilization in Metastatic Spinal Tumors

Minimally invasive spine stabilization (MISt) is a surgical technique used for metastatic spinal tumors. It temporarily stabilizes the spine, reduces pain, and prevents fractures. MISt is less invasive than conventional surgery. It leads to reduced bleeding and earlier recovery. MISt allows for early postoperative ambulation and early discharge. This is a very helpful benefit for patients with metastatic spinal tumors because their life expectancy is limited.

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  MISt can benefit patients who are ineligible for conventional, highly invasive surgery.
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  Patients with breast, prostate, renal, and thyroid cancers had a good prognosis, whereas those with gastrointestinal and head and neck cancers had a poor prognosis.
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  The median duration of patient survival was about 22.0 months.