Osteosarcoma of the Mobile Spine

Abstract

Osteogenic sarcoma of the mobile spine presents a significant challenge, and most patients die from their disease in spite of aggressive surgery and chemotherapy. Metastastic disease is associated with a worse prognosis. There is a trend toward improved survival with en bloc resection when compared with intralesional resection. Osteogenic sarcoma of the mobile spine is rare and historically has a very poor prognosis. We reviewed our cases of osteogenic sarcoma of the mobile spine to assess whether modern en bloc resection improved survival. Survival remains poor, but there is a trend toward improved survival with en bloc resection.