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Spontaneous spinal subarachnoid hemorrhage with spontaneous resolution
1Department of Neurosurgery, Wooridul Spine Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
|May 16, 2009
Summary
Spontaneous spinal subarachnoid hematoma (SSH) is rare but can resolve without surgery. Conservative treatment may be suitable for patients with SSH who have no neurological deficits.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Spontaneous spinal subarachnoid hematoma (SSH) is a rare condition.
- SSH typically presents with neurological deficits and is often treated as a surgical emergency.
Observation:
- A 58-year-old female presented with severe lumbago due to a large SSH.
- The SSH was spontaneous, with no identifiable cause like trauma or anticoagulation.
- The patient had no neurological deficits.
Findings:
- Conservative management was initiated due to the absence of neurological deficits.
- Follow-up magnetic resonance imaging (MR) revealed complete resolution of the hematoma.
- The patient experienced significant clinical improvement with conservative treatment.
Implications:
- This case suggests that conservative treatment can be a viable option for spontaneous SSH.
- It highlights the importance of assessing neurological status in managing SSH.
- Further research may explore criteria for non-surgical SSH management.
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