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[Occult intrasacral meningocele: case report]
G M Franco1, H Lopes, L A Pires
1Serviço de Neurologia, Hospital Universitário, Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora, MG, Brasil. glauciof@artnet.com.br
Arquivos De Neuro-Psiquiatria
|October 11, 2001
Summary
Intrasacral meningoceles, rare causes of nerve compression, can lead to urinary incontinence. Surgical excision of these lesions is effective, as demonstrated in this case report.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Urology
Background:
- Intrasacral meningoceles are rare congenital abnormalities.
- They can present with symptoms of nerve root compression, including urological dysfunction.
- Spinal dysraphism is a potential underlying cause.
Observation:
- An 18-year-old female presented with urinary incontinence.
- Neurological and urological evaluations indicated a lack of detrusor muscle reflex.
- Magnetic resonance imaging confirmed an intrasacral meningocele.
Findings:
- The patient underwent successful surgical excision of the intrasacral meningocele.
- The procedure had no postoperative complications.
- The case highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to this rare condition.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering intrasacral meningoceles in the differential diagnosis of urinary incontinence, especially in younger patients.
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention can lead to favorable outcomes.
- Further research into the pathogenesis and long-term management of intrasacral meningoceles is warranted.