Spinal Cord and Foramen Magnum Tumors

Honch, Gerald W.

doi:10.1055/s-2008-1041144

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“…16 The clinical differential diagnosis includes multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, syringomyelia, and cervical spondylosis. 11,20,36 In a cursory examination the physician may miss subtle findings early in the stage of the progression, but later symptoms are often advanced, undeniable, and lead to significant and often permanent neurological deficit. Early features of foramen magnum meningiomas include occipital headache and upper cervical pain, which is often exacerbated by neck flexion or Valsalva maneuvers.…”

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Foramen magnum meningiomas: concepts, classifications, and nuances

Boulton¹,

Cusimano²

2003

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Foramen magnum meningiomas represent a common histological tumor in a rare and eloquent location. The authors review the clinical presentation, relevant anatomical details of the foramen magnum region, neuroimaging features, the posterior and posterolateral surgical approaches for resection, and outcomes. Based the experiences of the senior author (M.D.C.) and a review of the literature, they introduce the concept of a “surgical corridor,” discuss the classification of these tumors, and the nuances of care for patients with these challenging lesions.

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Foramen magnum meningiomas: concepts, classifications, and nuances

Boulton¹,

Cusimano²

2003

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140

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“…[14,15] The clinical differential diagnosis of foramen magnum syndrome secondary to a tumor includes cervical spondylosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, syringomyelia, and multiple sclerosis. [16][17][18] Although its clinical presentation is highly variable, the diagnosis of foramen magnum syndrome should be considered in a NF1 patient with occipital neck pain and quadriparesis. High index of suspicion as well as detailed neurological assessment will be of benefit in clinching the diagnosis in such a patient.…”

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