Spinal metastases from non-small cell lung cancer - Is surgical extent enough by following suggestions of the Tomita and Tokuhashi scores?

The Tomita, revised Tokuhashi and Tokuhashi lung scores are commonly used tools to predict the survival of patients with spinal metastases and to guide decisions regarding surgical treatment. These prognostic scores, however, tend to underestimate the prognosis of patients with lung cancer. We examined surgical outcome and hopefully provide a more accurate reference for management.