Removal of schwannoma from the psoas muscle with intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring: A case report
Na Yoon Yoo,
Hyoung Seop Kim,
Joong Won Yang
et al.
Abstract:Rationale:
The incidence of a schwannoma within the psoas muscle is rare, and only a few cases have been reported. The surgical approach to removing schwannomas present in the psoas muscle is challenging because of its anatomical proximity to the lumbar plexus.
Patient concerns:
A 31-year-old man experienced right lower back pain and anterolateral thigh numbness for 2 months.
Diagnosis:
Magnetic resonance im… Show more
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