Spinal extradural arachnoid cyst: A case report and review of literature

Quillo-Olvera, Javier; Quillo-Reséndiz, Javier; Gutiérrez-Partida, Carlos-Francisco; Rodríguez-García, Manuel

doi:10.1016/j.circen.2018.01.004

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“…To date, several surgical techniques have been introduced. Currently, complete resection of the cyst, and microsurgical repair of the dural defect is preferred as the treatment of choice for SEACs [1][2][3][4]. In our patient, this treatment method was applied, and significant clinical improvement was achieved without any complications.…”

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“…SEACs are generally observed in young men in the second decade of their life, and the clinical presentation depends on the location of the cyst within the spinal canal. SEACs are usually in mid thoracic region to the thoracolumbar junction, and only 3% of all SEACs are observed in the cervical spine [1,2]. We report a rare case of an SEAC located in the cervicothoracic junction, causing neurologic compression.…”

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Spinal extradural arachnoid cyst in cervicothoracic junction

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Introduction Spinal extradural arachnoid cysts (SEACs) are rare expansive lesions that account for~1% of all spinal tumors. They develop as the result of arachnoid membrane herniation through a small dural defect and are mostly reported to be located at lower thoracic region and thoracolumbar junction. Case presentation We report a rare case of SEAC located in the cervicothoracic junction causing neurologic compression. Discussion Only 3% of all SEACs are observed in the cervical spine. They are the most common in young men and present with compressive symptoms. SEACs have potential to enlarge. As they are surgically removable lesions, early and definite diagnosis is important in preventing clinical deterioration. MRI is recommended for the diagnosis and preoperative planning.

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Spinal extradural arachnoid cyst: A case report and review of literature

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Spinal extradural arachnoid cyst in cervicothoracic junction

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