Author:
Marzluff Joseph M.,Hungerford G. Douglas,Kempe Ludwig G.,Rawe Stephen E.,Trevor Richard,Perot Phanor L.
Abstract
✓ Compression of the spinal cord or nerve roots resulting from degenerative spondylosis is commonly seen in the cervical or lumbar region, but it has not previously been described in the thoracic region. Despite this, the authors believe that the syndrome is not rare. They describe four cases, three of which were seen at one institution within 2 years. Decompression of the spinal cord by removal of the osteophytes may produce gratifying results, even when symptoms have been present for years. The syndrome should be considered in any patient who has a thoracic myelopathy and radiological evidence of spondylosis.
Publisher
Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group (JNSPG)
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