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Anterior sacral meningocele. Current diagnosis
Surgical Neurology
|January 1, 1985
Summary
Anterior sacral meningocele is a rare condition. This report details an incidental finding in the oldest patient documented, highlighting optimal diagnostic imaging techniques.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Medical Malformations
Background:
- Anterior sacral meningocele is a rare pathological entity, with only 150 cases reported globally since its initial description in 1837.
- This condition involves a cerebrospinal fluid-filled sac protruding anteriorly from the sacrum.
Observation:
- A case report of an incidentally discovered anterior sacral meningocele is presented.
- The patient is noted to be the oldest reported individual with this condition.
- The incidental nature of this malformation is an uncommon presentation.
Findings:
- The study reviews existing literature on anterior sacral meningocele, discussing its clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and treatment options.
- Computed tomography (CT) scan combined with metrizamide myelography is emphasized as the optimal radiologic evaluation method.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the understanding of anterior sacral meningocele, particularly its rare incidental discovery and presentation in an elderly patient.
- The findings underscore the importance of advanced imaging techniques for accurate diagnosis and management planning of this rare condition.