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Intraoperative Ultrasound in Spinal Surgery
Published on: August 17, 2022
Cervical spinal extradural meningioma: Case report.
M Benzagmout1, F Azzal, A Bitar
1Department of neurosurgery, university hospital of Fez, BP 8589, Atlas 30003 Fez, Morocco. benzagmout@hotmail.fr
Neuro-Chirurgie
|July 2, 2010
Summary
Extradural meningiomas are rare spinal tumors, often found in the thoracic region. Complete surgical removal is crucial for a better prognosis and reduced recurrence risk.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Oncology
Background:
- Extradural meningiomas represent approximately 7% of all spinal meningiomas, predominantly occurring in the thoracic spine.
- These tumors, though rare, are significant in the differential diagnosis of extradural contrast-enhancing masses.
Observation:
- A case study involving an elderly woman with a long-standing history of right cervicobrachial pain, paresthesia, and persistent numbness in her right index finger.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with a spinal epidural meningioma.
- Surgical resection was incomplete due to the tumor's deep lateral extension.
Implications:
- Prognosis is strongly linked to the extent of surgical resection; complete removal is recommended when feasible to minimize recurrence.
- Highlights the importance of considering extradural meningiomas in the differential diagnosis of spinal masses, even with atypical presentations.
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