Journal of Spine

Timothy Beutler

Publications

• Review Article
  Spinal Meningiomas: A Review
  Author(s): Michael A Galgano, Timothy Beutler, Aaron Brooking and Eric M DeshaiesMichael A Galgano, Timothy Beutler, Aaron Brooking and Eric M Deshaies
  
  Meningiomas of the spinal axis have been identified from C1 to as distal as the sacrum. Their clinical presentation varies greatly based on their location. Meningiomas situated in the atlanto-axial region may present similarly to some meningiomas of the craniocervical junction, while some of the more distal spinal axis meningiomas are discovered as a result of chronic back pain. Surgical resection remains the mainstay of treatment, although advancements in radiosurgery have led to increased utilization as a primary or adjuvant therapy. Angiography also plays a critical role in surgical planning and may be utilized for preoperative embolization of hypervascular meningiomas. .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2165-7939.1000157

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