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Intramedullary cavernous malformations
E Chabert1, X Morandi, M P Carney
1Service de Neuroradiologie, CHRU Pontchaillou, Rennes. echabert@univ-rennes1.fr
Journal of Neuroradiology = Journal De Neuroradiologie
|April 28, 2000
Summary
This study reviewed five intramedullary cavernous malformations, finding surgery improved outcomes in two patients. T2* weighted MRI sequences are crucial for diagnosing these spinal cord vascular malformations.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Neurology
- Radiology
Background:
- Intramedullary cavernous malformations are rare vascular malformations of the spinal cord.
- They can present with neurological deficits and require careful diagnosis and management.