Acute Paraplegia After Aneurysmal SAH: A Case Report of a Rare Complication and Review of the Literature.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Paraplegia after intracranial aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a rare condition, and its pathogenesis is still unclear. We present a case of a ruptured basilar dissecting aneurysm treated with the stent-assisted coiling procedure. Progressive weakness of the lower limbs developed within 5 days postoperatively. Spinal magnetic resonance image showed SAH accumulation in the lumbosacral area. Emergency lumbar drainage was performed, and the patient's symptoms improved dramatically. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report to describe the successful treatment of paraplegia after intracranial aneurysmal SAH.
Medical subject headings
- Intracranial Aneurysm
- Paraplegia
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage