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BACKGROUND: Prognosis of patients with spinal cord glioblastoma is poor, with an average survival of 18 months. There are reports in the literature describing cordectomy as a treatment option for patients with spinal cord tumors. CASE DESCRIPTION: This is a case report of a patient with spinal cord glioblastoma who, in addition to radiation and chemotherapy, was treated with cordectomy. Outcome of treatment resulted in 12-year survival. CONCLUSION: Cordectomy in spinal cord glioblastoma can result in prolonged and meaningful survival.
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