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Spinal cord compression by extensive epidural lipoma. A case report
European Neurology
|January 1, 1987
Summary
A large spinal epidural lipoma causing leg weakness was surgically removed. The patient experienced significant neurological recovery after the procedure, demonstrating treatment effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Spinal Cord Imaging
- Neurology
Background:
- Spinal epidural lipomas are rare, benign tumors composed of mature adipose tissue.
- They can cause neurological deficits through spinal cord compression.
- Symptomatic epidural lipomas often require surgical intervention.