Paraganglioma in the cauda equina. A case report
Jae-Young Hong1, Chang-Yong Hur, Hitesh N Modi
1Department of Orthopedics, Korea University Guro Hospital, Seoul, South Korea.
Acta Orthopaedica Belgica
|July 25, 2012
Summary
A rare cauda equina paraganglioma was diagnosed in a woman with back pain. The secreting tumor caused paroxysmal hypertension, highlighting the importance of accurate diagnosis through integrated clinical, radiologic, and pathologic evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Neuro-oncology
- Endocrinology
- Pathology
Background:
- Paraganglioma of the cauda equina is an exceptionally rare spinal tumor.
- Diagnosis can be challenging due to nonspecific symptoms and potential misinterpretation of imaging and initial histopathology.
