Case report. Computer assisted tomography in syringomyelia

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Neurosurgery
• Radiology

Background:

• Syringomyelia is a rare condition characterized by fluid-filled cavities within the spinal cord.
• Cervicothoracic syringomyelia specifically affects the neck and upper back regions of the spinal cord.

Observation:

• A case of cervicothoracic syringomyelia was identified and visualized using computer-assisted tomography (CT).
• The imaging modality provided detailed anatomical information regarding the spinal cord cavitation.

Findings:

• Computer-assisted tomography successfully demonstrated the presence and extent of syringomyelia in the cervicothoracic region.
• Surgical verification confirmed the imaging findings, correlating the visualized cavitation with the pathological condition.

Implications:

• This case highlights the utility of CT in diagnosing cervicothoracic syringomyelia.
• Accurate visualization is crucial for surgical planning and understanding the full extent of spinal cord involvement.