Multiple extradural arachnoid cysts at the spinal cord and cauda equina levels in the young.
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Abstract
A case report of multiple extradural arachnoid cysts at the spinal cord and cauda equina levels in the young. To report an exceedingly rare case of multiple extradural arachnoid cysts at the spinal cord and cauda equina levels in the young. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tokai, Japan. An 11-year-old boy was diagnosed with multiple extradural arachnoid cysts at the spinal cord and cauda equina levels extending from the T5 to L5 vertebrae and surgery was performed. At 2 years after surgery, no recurrence was observed and muscle weakness of the lower extremities and sensory disturbance improved. Excision of only the arachnoid cysts at the spinal cord level led to a favorable outcome.
Medical subject headings
- Arachnoid Cysts
- Cauda Equina
- Peripheral Nervous System Diseases
- Spinal Cord Diseases