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Sacral arachnoid diverticula.

M A Sampson1, M J Bull, R A Nakielny

  • 1Department of Radiology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield.

Clinical Radiology
|July 1, 1988
PubMed
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Sacral arachnoid diverticula can erode bone. Delayed CT imaging is crucial for diagnosing these rare conditions, especially after myelography.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Radiology
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Sacral arachnoid diverticula are rare cerebrospinal fluid collections.
  • Bony erosion is an uncommon manifestation.

Observation:

  • Three cases of sacral arachnoid diverticula with associated bony erosion were identified.
  • Two cases demonstrated delayed contrast enhancement after myelography.

Findings:

  • Sacral arachnoid diverticula can cause significant bony erosion.
  • Delayed CT imaging is essential for detecting these diverticula when they fill post-myelography.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of delayed imaging in diagnosing sacral arachnoid diverticula.
  • Suggests a potential mechanism for bony erosion secondary to dural outpouching.
  • Informs diagnostic protocols for patients with suspected sacral dural abnormalities.