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Gas as a mass: a symptomatic spinal canalicular collection
Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography
|February 1, 1984
Summary
Spinal canalicular gas collections, often degenerative, can cause symptoms. Aspiration of this gas provided symptom relief, suggesting these collections may not always be benign.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Radiology
- Degenerative Spine Disease
Background:
- Spinal canalicular gas collections are infrequently reported.
- Degenerative changes in the spine can lead to various pathologies.
Observation:
- Computed tomography (CT) identified a symptomatic collection of spinal canalicular gas.
- The gas collection was located in the lateral recess of the spinal canal.
Findings:
- The patient's symptoms resolved after gas aspiration.
- This case suggests spinal canalicular gas collections may require intervention.
Implications:
- Spinal canalicular gas collections can be symptomatic and require treatment.
- Further investigation into the nature and management of these collections is warranted.