| Literature DB >> 10598367 |
Abstract
Spinal cord compression is a relatively common complication of a number of malignant diseases. Back pain is the presenting symptom in more than 90% of cases. Early recognition and prompt treatment, while the patient can still walk, are the most important factors in preventing permanent and debilitating neurologic dysfunction.Entities:
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Year: 1999 PMID: 10598367 DOI: 10.3949/ccjm.66.10.629
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cleve Clin J Med ISSN: 0891-1150 Impact factor: 2.321