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Giant Lumbar Disc Herniation Mimicking Spinal Tumor: A Case Report
Achraf Moussa1, Hatim Belfquih1, Manal Mernissi2
1Department of Neurosurgery, Avicenne Military Hospital of Marrakech, Cady Ayyad University, Marrakech, MAR.
Cureus
|December 8, 2025
Summary
Giant lumbar disc herniation (GLDH) presents diagnostic challenges, often mimicking other spinal conditions. Surgical excision is effective for relieving nerve compression and improving function in affected patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Giant lumbar disc herniation (GLDH) is a condition affecting adults aged 23-56, often linked to prolonged sitting or standing with heavy workloads.
- The clinical presentation of GLDH can be challenging to differentiate from other causes of lumbar spinal stenosis.
- Differential diagnoses include synovial cysts, epidural hematomas, metastases, and tumors.
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