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Chordomas: their CT appearance in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine

Journal Article · · Radiology; (United States)
The authors reviewed 25 CT scans of 21 patients who had chordomas in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Nine patients were studied at the time of initial presentation and 12 after after tumor recurrence. All scans showed vertebral body destruction coupled with an associated soft tissue mass located anteriorly or laterally. Additional CT findings included septated areas of low attenuation within the tumor, amorphous soft tissue calcification, tumor extensions into the spinal canal, disk space involvement, and contrast enhancement.
Research Organization:
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
OSTI ID:
5708942
Journal Information:
Radiology; (United States), Journal Name: Radiology; (United States) Vol. 153:3; ISSN RADLA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English