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Summary
Spinal cord aneurysmal bone cysts require combined surgical and radiological treatments for effective management. Long-term follow-up in four patients highlights the importance of these therapeutic measures.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) are benign, expansile, osteolytic bone lesions.
- Spinal cord involvement by ABCs is rare but can lead to significant neurological deficits.
- Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management.
Observation:
- Four patients (ages 5, 7, 18, 42) with spinal cord ABCs were evaluated.
- Radiological diagnosis, including CT scan, was performed preoperatively in two cases.
- Treatment involved combined surgical and radiological approaches in three patients.
Findings:
- Long-term follow-up (up to 16 years) demonstrated successful outcomes with combined therapy.
- One case with a C1 lesion treated with radical excision and curettage did not receive X-ray therapy.
- Pathological and radiological features of spinal ABCs were analyzed.
Implications:
- Combined surgical and radiological treatment is recommended for spinal cord ABCs.
- Multidisciplinary management is essential for optimizing patient outcomes.
- Further research into optimal therapeutic strategies for spinal ABCs is warranted.