[Neoplasms that occur within the spinal canal including the spinal cord and surrounding paraspinal spaces. Neoplasms that occur within the substance of the spinal cord are referred to as intramedullary neoplasms. Neoplasms that occur in the space between the spinal cord and the dura mater are referred to as extramedullary intradural neoplasms. Tumors that occur in the spinal canal outside the dura mater are referred to as extradural neoplasms. This category includes primary and secondary (i.e., metastatic) neoplasms. ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0037939 Relation/PAR: bone neoplasm
DORSOPATHIES