THORACIC INTRAMEDULLARY SPINAL LIPOMA: A CASE REPORT WITH REVIEW

Author:

Bhuyan Mrinal1,Jeet Deka Nayan2

Affiliation:

1. Head of Department of Neurosurgery, Gauhati Medical College & Hospital.

2. Senior Resident Department of Neurosurgery, Gauhati Medical College & Hospital.

Abstract

Study design: Case Report Objective:To report a rare case of Spinal Intramedullary lipoma, its management and outcome. Background: A 21 year old male presented pain on the back radiating to legs with paraparesis &without bowel and bladder involvement. Conclusion: Intramedullary lipoma may present late until the physiological reserve depletes. Aggressive removal not recommended unless symptomatic.

Publisher

World Wide Journals

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