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A posttraumatic lumbar spinal synovial cyst. Case report
Journal of Neurosurgery
|February 1, 1987
Summary
A patient experienced posttraumatic lumbar radicular paresthesias due to an epidural synovial microcystic mass originating from the L4-5 facet joint. This condition, dissecting into the ligamentum flavum, required surgical intervention.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Spinal Imaging
Background:
- Posttraumatic radicular paresthesias can significantly impact patient quality of life.
- Epidural synovial cysts are rare causes of spinal nerve root compression.
- Accurate preoperative diagnosis is crucial for effective management.