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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Orthopedics
  • Developmental Biology

Background:

  • Diastematomyelia is a congenital spinal cord malformation characterized by a split or double spinal cord, often associated with other skeletal abnormalities.
  • This condition can present with varying clinical courses, ranging from asymptomatic to severe neurological deficits.

Observation:

  • Two female patients with diastematomyelia at L3 level were analyzed.
  • One patient had associated spina bifida occulta and the other had spondylolisthesis; both initially presented with lumbosacral radicular syndromes.
  • Surgical intervention for spondylolisthesis resolved pain, while conservative management (lifestyle modification) resolved pain in the other patient.

Findings:

  • Conservative management and surgical stabilization can be effective in managing diastematomyelia-related symptoms.
  • Aggressive physiotherapy can exacerbate pain and neurological symptoms in some cases.
  • Treatment decisions must be individualized based on pain intensity and neurological status.

Implications:

  • Thorough pre-operative evaluation, including spinal imaging, is crucial before scoliosis or other spinal deformity surgery.
  • Individualized treatment plans are essential for managing diastematomyelia.
  • Rehabilitation strategies should be carefully considered, as they may not always be beneficial and can potentially worsen patient outcomes.