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October 16, 2025CureusOpen Access

Circumferential Surgical Management of a Cervical Chordoma: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

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Case report highlights effective circumferential surgical management and adjuvant radiotherapy for cervical chordoma, suggesting improved outcomes.

Postoperative recovery was marked, with the patient achieving independent ambulation within two months.
The circumferential surgical approach involved anterior corpectomy and posterior stabilization to manage the locally aggressive tumor.
Histopathological examination confirmed a conventional chordoma, emphasizing the tumor's malignant nature and the need for careful management.
Multidisciplinary strategies, including reconstruction and radiotherapy, are critical for maintaining long-term disease control in cervical chordoma patients.

Toache et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Case report highlights effective circumferential surgical management and adjuvant radiotherapy for cervical chordoma, suggesting improved outcomes.