Intradural extramedullary epidermoid cyst: Case report
Department of Neurosurgery, Hassan II University Hospital. Fez Morocco.
Case Study
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 22(02), 242–244
Publication history:
Received on 17 March 2024; revised on 01 May 2024; accepted on 03 May 2024
Abstract:
Spinal epidermoid cysts are benign tumors. They are most commonly extramedullary intradural tumors. Intramedullary localization is the exception. In this review, we report the case of a 45-year-old patient with a dorsal intradural extramedullary epidermoid cyst, revealed by dorsal spinal pain and right lower limb weakness, we discuss the clinical aspects, radiological features, and neurosurgical treatment.
Keywords:
Extramedullary; Epidural cyst; Epidermoid cyst; MRI
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