Intramedullary pyogenic abscess in the conus medullaris

被引:4
作者
Hassan, M. F. [1 ]
Mohamed, M. B. [1 ]
Kalsi, P. [1 ]
Sinar, E. J. [1 ]
Bradey, N. [2 ]
机构
[1] James Cook Univ Hosp, Div Neurosurg, Middlesbrough TS4 3BW, Cleveland, England
[2] James Cook Univ Hosp, Dept Neuroradiol, Middlesbrough TS4 3BW, Cleveland, England
关键词
conus medullaris; intramedullary; pyogenic abscess; SPINAL-CORD ABSCESS; MANAGEMENT;
D O I
10.3109/02688697.2011.595845
中图分类号
R74 [神经病学与精神病学];
学科分类号
摘要
Primary pyogenic abscess in the conus medullaris in a healthy adult has never been reported. An urgent MRI scan with contrast and prompt surgical evacuation may lead to good neurological recovery.
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页码:118 / 119
页数:2
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