Clinical management of spinal metastases—The Dutch national guideline. (November 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Bollen, Laurens; Dijkstra, Sander P.D.; Bartels, Ronald H.M.A.; de Graeff, Alexander; Poelma, Davey L.H.; Brouwer, Thea; Algra, Paul R.; Kuijlen, Jos M.A.; Minnema, Monique C.; Nijboer, Claudia; Rolf, Christa; Sluis, Tebbe; Terheggen, Michel A.M.B.; van der Togt-van Leeuwen, Alexandra C.M.; van der Linden, Yvette M.; Taal, Walter
• Is Part Of: European journal of cancer. Volume 104(2018)
• Page Start: 81
• Page End: 90
• Publication Date: 2018-11
• Subjects: Spinal metastasis -- Guideline -- Metastatic epidural spinal cord compression -- Diagnostics -- Treatment; Cancer -- Periodicals; Neoplasms -- Periodicals; Cancer -- Périodiques; Cancer; Tumors; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Electronic journals; 616.994
• DOI: 10.1016/j.ejca.2018.08.028
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0959-8049

Abstract

Abstract: This article is a summary of the revised Dutch multidisciplinary evidence-based guideline 'Spinal metastases' (English translation available at:https://www.oncoline.nl/spinal-metastases ) that was published at the end of 2015. This summary provides an easy-to-use overview for physicians to use in their daily practice. Highlights: The Dutch national multidisciplinary guideline on spinal metastases to improve the quality of care. A summary of the guideline providing an easy-to-use overview for physicians to use in their daily practice. Easy-to-use flowcharts for the diagnostic process and therapy selection in patients with spinal metastases.