Extradural Spinal Arachnoid Cyst as a Cause of Cauda Equina Syndrome in a Child
10.13004/kjnt.2020.16.e35
- Author:
Kyoung Hwan YOO
1
;
Min Chan KIM
;
Chang Il JU
;
Seok Won KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Neurosurgery, College of Medicine, Chosun University, Gwangju, Korea
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Korean Journal of Neurotrauma
2020;16(2):355-359
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
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.
