n.脊索瘤；脊琐

Chordoma is a rare malignant tumor that arises from remnants of the notochord.
这是一个罕见的恶性肿瘤，起源于脊索的残留物。
The most common location for chordoma is the base of the skull and the sacrum.
最常见的部位是颅底和骶骨。
Treatment for chordoma often involves surgery, radiation therapy, or a combination of both.
治疗 chordoma 的方法通常包括手术、放射疗法或两者的组合。
Chordomas are generally slow-growing but can be locally aggressive, meaning they may invade surrounding tissue.
尽管 chordoma 通常生长缓慢，但可能局部侵袭性较强，会侵犯周围组织。
Chemotherapy is not commonly used to treat chordoma due to its limited effectiveness in these tumors.
由于化疗对这些肿瘤的效果有限，因此不常用于治疗 chordoma。
Prognosis for chordoma patients varies depending on the location and stage of the tumor, as well as the patient's overall health.
( chordoma 患者的预后取决于肿瘤的位置、阶段以及患者的总体健康状况。
Researchers continue to investigate new treatments and potential genetic markers for chordoma.
研究人员继续研究 chordoma 的新治疗方法和潜在的遗传标记。
Surgery aims to remove as much of the chordoma as possible while preserving critical structures like nerves and spinal cord.
手术的目标是在保护关键结构如神经和脊髓的同时尽可能多地切除 chordoma。
Radiation therapy following surgery can help reduce the risk of chordoma recurrence.
手术后的放射疗法有助于降低 chordoma 复发的风险。
Support groups and counseling can be beneficial for chordoma patients and their families coping with the emotional impact of this diagnosis.
对于应对 chordoma 诊断带来的心理影响，支持团体和咨询可能会对患者及其家人有所帮助。