[Laminoplasty for removal of disseminated intramedullar tumors in children].

The paper deals with the new application of the well-known surgical technique laminoplasty that is not commonly used to remove giant intramedullary tumors in pediatric patients. The basic stages of the operations and the nuances of their performance are described in the step-by-step fashion. Real photos of each stage are designed to furnish insights into the specific features of surgical techniques.