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Niraj K Choudhary1, Dattatraya Mallik1, Jeevesh Mallik1
1Neurosurgery, Tata Main Hospital, Jamshedpur, IND.
Cureus
|February 17, 2026
Summary
Solitary spinal plasmacytoma, a rare extradural mass, presents diagnostic challenges. Surgical removal and surveillance are crucial for this uncommon plasma cell neoplasm.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Neurology
- Radiology
Background:
- Solitary plasmacytoma of the spine is a rare plasma cell neoplasm.
- Extradural presentation with minimal bone involvement is uncommon and diagnostically challenging.
- Nonspecific imaging features can complicate diagnosis.
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