[Surgical treatment of tumors of the spine with compression of the spinal cord].

The long-term results of surgical treatment of various tumors of the vertebral column in 53 patients are analysed. Treatment of malignant tumors, both primary and solitary metastatic, should be combined. Porous allografts filled with a chemical agent are suggested for use. Radio- and chemotherapy can be applied both before and after the operation. Primary decompression and stabilization, and if necessary--radiotherapy, are recommended in benign spinal tumors.