Different decision-making in spine metastasis management among radiation oncologists and orthopedic surgeons: a Korean online survey study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

To understand the current practice of radiation oncologists (ROs) and orthopedic surgeons (OSs) regarding spine metastasis.

Methods

In 2022, an internet-based survey was conducted for ROs and OSs who treat spinal metastasis in Korea. Respondents were asked to choose the treatment option for two clinical scenarios. Scenario 1 involved a case displaying symptoms of leg weakness due to spinal cord compression and Scenario 2 involved a case with back pain due to pathologic compression fracture. The survey also included a question that required respondents to rank the importance of 11 clinical factors that affect treatment decisions.

Results

Forty-nine ROs and 30 OSs responded to the survey. There were significant differences in treatment choices between two groups

SUBMITTER: Byun HK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10808525 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature