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Introduction: Spinal cord compression secondary to neoplasia is a commonn neurological complication that raises morbidity, only followed by brain metastases. It is considered an oncologic emergency since it can lead to an irreversible loss of neurological function. Haematogenous invasion of the vertebral body is the commonest cause of spinal cord compression. Occassionally, it can cause vertebral instability which represents a real orthopedic emergency. Pain is the earliest and most common symptom.. Case: The clinical, pathological, prognostic factors and management of spinal cord compression due to cáncer in a female patient of 73 years with neck pain box 8 months duration + recent motor deficit upper limbs + radiographic signs of cervical cord compression are analyzed and surgical stabilization results. Discusion: Signs and symptoms appear when the problem progresses as motor weakness, alterations in consciousness, paralysis and incontinence, as a result of complete neurological damage. The most important complementary exploration is Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) that should be requested to decide immediately and initiate treatment. The standard treatment for many years was radiotherapy; currently there are new techniques of radiation and surgery that offer good results.
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