Current state of preoperative embolization for spinal metastasis - A survey by the EANS spine section.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Preoperative embolization (PE) for spinal metastasis can be used to reduce tumor blood supply in selected patients. The decision whether and when to perform PE varies largely among spine surgeons and centers.

Research question

The aim was to understand the current decision-making process in European spine centers.

Material and methods

The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) spine section designed a 13-item online survey. It was distributed to neurosurgical residents and board-certified neurosurgeons between 7th of February and May 5, 2023.

Results

We analyzed 120 survey responses. Most participants were board-certified neurosurgeons (71%) or residents (26%) in university hospitals (76%). Routinely performed PE was stated not a co

SUBMITTER: Motov S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10668085 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature