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Sacral nerve root cysts: A review on pathophysiology.

M J ArunKumar1, S Selvapandian, M J Chandy

  • 1Department of Neurological Sciences, Christian Medical College and Hospital, Vellore, Andhra Pradesh, India.

Neurology India
|May 26, 1999
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Sacral nerve root cysts, though usually asymptomatic, can cause neurogenic claudication. Surgical intervention for a sacral cyst relieved symptoms in an elderly patient.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Nerve root cysts in the sacral region are uncommon spinal lesions.
  • While often asymptomatic, these cysts can compress neural structures.

Observation:

  • An elderly female patient presented with symptoms of neurogenic claudication.
  • Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging revealed a sacral nerve root cyst.

Findings:

  • The patient underwent a lumbo-sacral laminectomy.
  • Surgical management included partial excision of the cyst wall with plication.

Implications:

  • This case highlights a surgical approach for symptomatic sacral nerve root cysts.
  • Understanding the pathophysiology of these cysts is crucial for effective treatment.

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