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Wandering intraspinal bullet.

S Gupta1, R L Senger

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, G.R. Medical College, Gwalior, India.

British Journal of Neurosurgery
|March 15, 2000
PubMed
Summary

A gunshot wound to the spine allowed a bullet to enter the thecal sac, causing delayed neurological deficits. This case highlights the challenges of managing intraspinal foreign bodies and associated spinal cord injury.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Spinal Surgery

Background:

  • Gunshot injuries to the spine are rare, particularly when the bullet penetrates the thecal sac and remains within the subarachnoid space.
  • Intraspinal foreign bodies pose unique diagnostic and surgical challenges due to their proximity to neural structures.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with a gunshot wound to the spine, the bullet entering the thecal sac via the right lower chest and migrating within the subarachnoid space.
  • Initial neurological examination was intact, but the patient subsequently developed radicular symptoms, foot drop, and urinary retention on the third day post-injury.

Findings:

  • Radiological imaging revealed a freely mobile bullet within the subarachnoid space.
  • Surgical intervention was complicated by the intraspinal location and mobility of the bullet, necessitating careful dissection to avoid further neurological damage.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of thorough radiological assessment and meticulous surgical technique when managing intraspinal foreign bodies.
  • Delayed neurological deterioration following spinal gunshot injuries warrants prompt investigation and intervention to prevent permanent disability.

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