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Spinal tumours are growths that develop on the bones and ligaments of the spine, on the spinal cord, or on nerve roots. These tumours can be non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant).
Malignant tumours rarely start in the spine. They are usually tumours that have spread from other parts of the body, particularly the breast, prostate gland, thyroid gland, or kidney.
Current as of: March 1, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine & Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Howard Schaff MD - Diagnostic Radiology
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