Tumors of Spinal and Peripheral Nerves

This chapter provides a detailed exploration of tumors of spinal and peripheral nerves. It covers a range of tumor types, including peripheral non-neural sheath tumors, peripheral nerve sheath tumors (PNSTs), schwannoma, neurofibromas, perineuriomas, and hybrid nerve sheath tumors (HNSTs). It offers insights into their definition, epidemiology, pathology, molecular genetics, etiology, and clinical presentation. It further addresses staging and classification, diagnostic procedures, and various treatment options and considerations. The critical aspects of recurrence, follow-up, and prognosis are also discussed. This chapter serves to facilitate a well-structured approach to understanding and managing these tumors in the field of surgical neuro-oncology.