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The spinal cord and nerves are highly sensitive, and avoiding damage to these structures is a critical part of surgery. Monitoring techniques may be used throughout the surgery to determine the function of the spinal cord as the tumors are being removed. If the tumor cannot be completely removed, post-operative radiation therapy may improve outcome in some cases.
