this book is the definitive reference for clinical applications of state-of-the-art radiosurgery of the spine.Key Features:Six new chapters on such topics as histopathological examination of spinal lesions, minimally invasive techniques, and treatment of spinal chordomasMore than 100 full-color illustrations demonstrate key conceptsDiscussion of new treatments for metastatic spine disease and spinal cord compressionThis book is a must-have resource for clinicians, fellows, and residents in neurosurgery and radiation oncology. Spine surgeons, orthopaedists, medical physicists, and oncologists at all levels will also benefit from the wealth of information provided.