Abstract
Spinal tumors encompass a wide variety of tumors with diverse origins. They can be primarily divided into intradural (intramedullary and extramedullary) and extradural tumors. Extradural tumors account for 50-55% of spinal tumors. Radiological imaging plays a crucial role in diagnosing these tumors, and it is important to understand the imaging characteristics that differentiate each tumor type for an appropriate diagnosis. In this review article, we will provide a brief overview of extradural spinal tumors and their radiological features.
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