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Beware the Tarlov cyst.

Jane E Hirst1, Hugh Torode, William Sears

  • 1North Shore Private Hospital, St Leonards, Australia. janehirst@bigpond.com

Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
|December 27, 2008
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Tarlov cysts are rare, fluid-filled sacs near the sacrum. Biopsying a large Tarlov cyst misdiagnosed as an adnexal mass resulted in complications, highlighting risks of surgical intervention.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Radiology
  • Gynecology

Background:

  • Tarlov cysts are perineural cysts originating in the sacral region.
  • Large Tarlov cysts can be mistaken for other pelvic masses, such as adnexal masses.
  • Laparoscopic biopsy is a potential diagnostic approach for pelvic masses.

Observation:

  • A case of a very large Tarlov cyst, preoperatively diagnosed as an adnexal mass, is presented.
  • The cyst was biopsied laparoscopically.
  • The clinical course following the biopsy is described.

Findings:

  • Surgical intervention, including biopsy or resection, for Tarlov cysts carries significant risks.
  • Misdiagnosis of Tarlov cysts can lead to inappropriate surgical procedures.
  • Laparoscopic biopsy of sacral perineural cysts can have adverse outcomes.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of accurate preoperative diagnosis for sacral perineural cysts.
  • It serves as a cautionary report against the biopsy or resection of presumed Tarlov cysts.
  • Further research into non-invasive diagnostic methods and conservative management of Tarlov cysts is warranted.