Cervicothoracic (C6, C7 & T1) spina bifida occulta - A case report
Soheil Mirzaei1, Maryam Khoshkholghsima2, Amir Sabaghzadeh3
1Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran; Department of Radiology, Shahid Sattari Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
|March 7, 2024
Summary
This study presents a rare case of closed spina bifida (SB) in the cervicothoracic region. Early diagnosis is vital for managing potential complications associated with this spinal abnormality.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Spina bifida (SB) is a neural tube defect characterized by incomplete spinal closure, with open and closed types.
- Closed SB is less common and can be associated with various pathologies requiring monitoring.
Observation:
- A 34-year-old male presented with neck pain.
- Radiographic and CT imaging identified bifid spinous processes from C6 to T1 vertebrae.
Findings:
- The imaging findings confirmed a rare case of closed spina bifida in the cervicothoracic spine.
- This specific presentation involved bifid spinous processes, a less common manifestation of closed SB.
Implications:
- Accurate diagnosis of closed SB is essential for identifying and managing potential associated complications.
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing rare presentations of spinal abnormalities for effective patient care.
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