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Malignant spinal neurofibrosarcoma.

R Kett-White1, J L Martin, E W Jones

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Morriston Hospital, Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom.

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|April 7, 2000
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Metastatic neurofibrosarcoma can cause spinal cord compression, leading to paraparesis. This rare complication of neurofibromatosis has a poor prognosis, highlighting the need for awareness.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Neurology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder that can lead to tumor development.
  • Metastatic neurofibrosarcoma of the spine is exceedingly rare.
  • Previous literature includes only three reported cases of spinal metastatic neurofibrosarcoma.

Observation:

  • A case of metastatic neurofibrosarcoma presenting as spinal cord compression is reported.
  • The patient developed paraparesis due to extradural thoracic spinal cord compression.
  • The neurofibrosarcoma was believed to be metastatic from a femoral nerve primary.

Findings:

  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomographic (CT) scans, and histology confirmed the diagnosis.
  • The patient's clinical course and radiologic findings are presented.

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  • A literature search identified three prior cases.

    • Implications:

    • Malignant spinal metastasis is a rare but serious complication of neurofibromatosis.
    • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing spinal cord compression.
    • This case underscores the importance of considering metastatic disease in patients with neurofibromatosis and neurological deficits.