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Epidural Hematoma Following Computed Tomography (CT) Myelography With Continued Antithrombotic Therapy: Two Cases
Koji Suto1, Atsuyuki Kawabata1, Tatsuhiro Kaku1
1Department of Orthopedics, Kudanzaka Hospital, Tokyo, JPN.
Abstract:
Epidural hematoma after computed tomography (CT) myelography is a rare but potentially devastating complication. We report two elderly patients who developed epidural hematomas shortly after undergoing CT myelography, despite continuation of antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy. In both cases, emergent decompression surgery was performed within six hours of symptom onset, resulting in complete neurological recovery. These cases underscore the importance of prompt recognition and intervention and suggest that continuation of anticoagulation may be feasible under close monitoring in select patients.

