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Intramedullary spinal cord abscess: a case report.

M K Tewari1, B I Devi, R C Thakur

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.

Child'S Nervous System : Chns : Official Journal of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery
|August 1, 1992
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An 11-year-old boy experienced severe back pain, paralysis, and sensory loss due to an intramedullary spinal cord abscess. Prompt surgical evacuation and excision are crucial for potential recovery in pediatric spinal emergencies.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Spinal Cord Medicine

Background:

  • Intramedullary spinal cord abscesses are rare but critical conditions in children.
  • Prompt diagnosis and intervention are essential to prevent irreversible neurological damage.

Observation:

  • An 11-year-old male presented with acute onset of back pain, urinary retention, paraplegia, and sensory loss below the L1 vertebral level.
  • Initial investigations identified an intramedullary lesion within the spinal cord.

Findings:

  • Surgical exploration confirmed an intramedullary spinal cord abscess.
  • The abscess was successfully evacuated, and the abscess cavity was excised.

Implications:

  • Despite surgical intervention, the patient experienced only minimal neurological recovery.

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  • This case underscores the importance of a high index of suspicion and early surgical management for pediatric intramedullary spinal cord abscesses to optimize outcomes.