Spinal metastases and metastatic spinal cord compression – guidance (NG234)

This guideline covers recognition, referral, investigation and management of spinal metastases and metastatic spinal cord compression. It is also relevant for direct malignant infiltration of the spine and associated cord compression. It updates and replaces CG75.

SPS commentary:

The Quality Standard for spinal metastases and metastatic spinal cord compression has been updated in conjunction, covering 7 quality statements.

Source:

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

Resource links:

Spinal metastases and metastatic spinal cord compression – Quality Standard 56 (QS56)