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My grandad is 71 and had back pain.mri scan has shown spinal tumour.what is the likely prognosis?
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It depends: On what type of tumor, some are benign and some are malignant, as well as the size, location, and extent. More information is needed to venture an opinion.
Answered 11/19/2017
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