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[Primary cauda equina epidermoid cyst. A case report].

A De Barros1, F Proust, A Laquerrière

  • 1Service d'ORL, Hôpital Charles-Nicolle, CHU de Rouen, Cedex, France.

Neuro-Chirurgie
|June 8, 2002
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A rare primary epidermoid cyst in the cauda equina was diagnosed in a child. Surgical resection was successful, with a favorable outcome, highlighting MRI

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Spinal Oncology

Background:

  • Primary epidermoid cysts are rare congenital tumors arising from ectodermal remnants.
  • They most commonly occur in the spinal canal, particularly the cauda equina region.
  • Symptoms often include back pain and radiculopathy due to mass effect.

Observation:

  • An 11-year-old boy presented with a two-month history of lumbar and L4 radicular pain.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) suggested an epidermoid cyst of the cauda equina.
  • Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis after surgical resection.

Findings:

  • Complete surgical resection of the epidermoid cyst was achieved with minimal trauma.
  • The patient experienced a favorable post-operative course.

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  • This case represents a rare instance of a primary epidermoid cyst in the filum terminale.

    • Implications:

    • Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for favorable outcomes in pediatric spinal tumors.
    • MRI is an invaluable tool for diagnosing and monitoring epidermoid cysts.
    • This case contributes to the limited literature on filum terminale epidermoid cysts, informing clinical management.