Korean Journal of Neurotrauma  2015;11(1):18-21

doi:10.13004/kjnt.2015.11.1.18

Pyogenic Intradural Abscess of Lumbar Spine: A Case Report.

Jeong Eun CHEON 1 ; Hee Jin YANG ; You Nam CHUNG ; Sung Bae PARK

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Keywords

Intradural abscess; Lumbar spine; Magnetic resonance imaging; Drainage

Country

Republic of Korea

Language

English

Abstract

We report a case of spinal intradural abscess which shows serial changes on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Well-encapsulated, rim-enhancing lesion with mass effect was visualized at ventral side of lumbar spinal canal on 17 days after initial negative MRI, which was thought to be epidural abscess. It was revealed to be intradural in location on operation and successfully treated by drainage and antibiotics. Follow-up MRI showed resolution of abscess. Clinical significance and pathogenesis of this case was briefly discussed.