| Abstrakt: |
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center explored the characteristics and treatment outcomes of patients with leiomyogenic tumors of the spine (LTS). The study included 83 patients, primarily female, with an average age of 49.55. The most common clinical presentations were nonspecific back pain, weakness, and radicular pain. The thoracic spine was the most affected region, and MRI was the most commonly used imaging modality. Treatment options varied, with resection and fixation being the most common. Immunohistochemistry showed positivity for actin, desmin, and Ki67. At a follow-up of 19.3 months, 61.97% of patients were alive, and most had resolved symptoms. Further research is needed to better understand LTS and improve treatment outcomes. [Extracted from the article] |
