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High cervical lipoma: A case report and review with classification
Tomojiro Yamane1, Ichiro Miyagawa, Akira Dezawa
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Teikyo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.
Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery (Hong Kong)
|December 7, 2002
Summary
A high cervical lipoma caused neck pain and leg numbness in a 51-year-old woman. Despite surgical removal, she became unconscious post-operation and passed away 19 days later.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Oncology
Background:
- Cervical lipomas are rare benign tumors.
- High cervical lipomas can present with neurological symptoms due to spinal cord compression.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of a high cervical lipoma.
- To discuss the clinical presentation and surgical management of this condition.
Main Methods:
- Surgical excision of a high cervical lipoma.
- Postoperative monitoring.
Main Results:
- The patient experienced neck pain and right lower extremity hypoaesthesia preoperatively.
- Postoperative unconsciousness and subsequent death occurred 19 days after surgery.
Conclusions:
- High cervical lipomas, though benign, can lead to severe neurological complications.
- Careful surgical planning and intensive postoperative care are crucial for managing such cases.