Fractures of the proximal fifth metatarsal that are distal to the tuberosity require more aggressive treatment. This includes fractures of the metaphyseal-diaphyseal junction (Figure 5) and fractures of the diaphysis (Figure 6). Complications such as delayed union and nonunion are common.
Extramedullary spinal tumors are far more common than intramedullary tumors. The most common extramedullary spinal tumors are meningiomas and schwannomas and they are both generally benign tumors. Meningiomas arise from arachnoid cells within the tissues of the spinal cord.
One of the most feared complications of cancer is when it involves the spine. Pain occurs when bones and nerves are affected. In severe cases, paralysis can result from spinal cord compression. Neurosurgeons Mike Chen, M.D., Ph.D. and Rahul Jandial, M.D., Ph.D. , lead the Spine Tumor Program.ne of the most feared complications of cancer is when it involves the spine. Pain occurs when bones and nerves are affected. In severe cases, paralysis can result from spinal cord compression. Neurosurgeons Mike Chen, M.D., Ph.D. and Rahul Jandial, M.D., Ph.D. , lead the Spine Tumor Program.