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Unusual foreign body causing quadriparesis: case report

C R Tomaras1, R W Grundmeyer, T S Chow

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA.

Neurosurgery
|June 1, 1997
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A penetrating injury at the foramen magnum caused quadriparesis. Prompt surgical removal of the foreign body led to significant recovery, highlighting the importance of imaging in diagnosing such spinal canal injuries.

Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Traumatology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Penetrating injuries to the spinal canal, particularly at the foramen magnum, are rare and pose diagnostic challenges.
  • Non-missile penetrating injuries require careful evaluation due to potential for significant neurological deficit.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with quadriparesis and a small occipital lesion, complicated by cocaine intoxication.
  • Neurodiagnostic imaging revealed an unusual foreign body traversing the spinal canal at the foramen magnum.

Findings:

  • Immediate surgical exploration and removal of the foreign body were performed.
  • The patient underwent primary dural repair and a 7-day course of intravenous antibiotics.

Implications:

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  • Prompt surgical intervention is crucial for patients with retained foreign bodies and progressive neurological dysfunction.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment can lead to significant functional recovery, even after severe spinal cord injury.