Extradural Spinal Arachnoid Cyst as a Cause of Cauda Equina Syndrome in a Child

Although spinal arachnoid cysts are relatively common findings observed incidentally in adults, they are much rarely reported in children. They are usually asymptomatic and are mainly located in the middle and lower thoracic regions. However, in rare circumstances, these cysts can cause mass effects...

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Published inKorean journal of neurotrauma Vol. 16; no. 2; pp. 355 - 359
Main Authors Yoo, Kyoung Hwan, Kim, Min Chan, Ju, Chang Il, Kim, Seok Won
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Korea (South) Korean Neurotraumatology Society 01.10.2020
대한신경손상학회
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Case Report
신경외과학
Lumbar spine
Epidural
Arachnoid cysts
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ISSN2234-8999
2288-2243
DOI10.13004/kjnt.2020.16.e35

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Summary:Although spinal arachnoid cysts are relatively common findings observed incidentally in adults, they are much rarely reported in children. They are usually asymptomatic and are mainly located in the middle and lower thoracic regions. However, in rare circumstances, these cysts can cause mass effects that lead to neurologic symptoms. We report the rare case of a spinal extradural arachnoid cyst in a 12-year-old boy who showed signs and symptoms of cauda equina syndrome. Magnetic resonance imaging of the lumbar spine revealed a huge extradural arachnoid cyst extending from L2 to L5. Emergent laminectomy and repair of dural defect was performed after total resection of the extradural arachnoid cyst. There were no postoperative complications. Total recovery was achieved 6 months after surgery. Here, we report this rare case with a review of the literature.
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ISSN:2234-8999
2288-2243
DOI:10.13004/kjnt.2020.16.e35