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Spinal arteriovenous malformation presenting as meningitis

D W Lowe1, S M Gospe, S T Hecht

  • 1University of Rochester, USA.

Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology
|June 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

A rare infant spinal cord arteriovenous malformation (AVM) caused progressive weakness after initial meningitis treatment. This case highlights the importance of considering AVMs in infants with neurological decline.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pediatrics
  • Vascular Malformations

Background:

  • Spinal cord arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are rare vascular anomalies.
  • Infantile presentations of spinal cord AVMs are particularly uncommon.

Observation:

  • An 8-month-old boy presented with lethargy, initially suspected as meningitis.
  • Cerebrospinal fluid analysis revealed pleocytosis and elevated protein.
  • Following initial antibiotic and steroid treatment, progressive lower extremity weakness emerged.

Findings:

  • A midthoracic spinal cord arteriovenous malformation (AVM) was diagnosed as the cause of the neurological deficit.
  • The case underscores the diagnostic challenge of spinal cord AVMs in infants.

Implications:

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  • Early recognition and diagnosis of spinal cord AVMs are crucial for appropriate management in infants.
  • Reviewing the classification and pathophysiology of these rare lesions aids in understanding and treatment.