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Double meningocele. Case report
R Durmaz1, A Arslantaş, Y H Ozön
1Department of Neurosurgery, Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, Eskişehir, Turkey.
Abstract:
The coexistence of two distinct meningoceles of the spine is a very unusual event. We report a three-day-old boy with double meningoceles at the thoracic and lumbar levels. The connection between the stalk of the thoracic meningocele and the spinal cord, as seen on magnetic resonance imaging, showed a neurological involvement in this lesion. Our case is only the third without association of congenital anomalies or neurofibromatosis to be reported to date.
Insights
This report details a rare case of double spinal meningoceles in an infant. The condition, affecting thoracic and lumbar regions, involved neurological complications.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pediatric Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Spinal meningoceles are rare congenital herniations of the meninges.
- The coexistence of multiple meningoceles is exceptionally uncommon.
- Idiopathic meningoceles are often associated with neurofibromatosis or other congenital anomalies.
Observation:
- A three-day-old neonate presented with two distinct meningoceles.
- Lesions were identified at both thoracic and lumbar spinal levels.
- Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a connection between the thoracic meningocele stalk and the spinal cord.
Findings:
- The case represents double spinal meningoceles, a highly unusual occurrence.
- Neurological involvement was evident due to the thoracic meningocele's connection to the spinal cord.
- This is the third reported case of double meningoceles without associated congenital anomalies or neurofibromatosis.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of rare spinal malformations.
- Highlights the importance of advanced imaging in diagnosing complex pediatric spinal conditions.
- Contributes to the limited literature on isolated double meningoceles, aiding future clinical management and research.