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Idiopathic spinal cord herniation syndrome: a case report

Int J Res Med Sci. 2014;2(3):1144-1146.DOI10.5455/2320-6012.ijrms20140818

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Abstract

Idiopathic spinal cord herniation syndrome is a rare entity. Only 17 cases have been reported in literature so far. They typically occur in the dorsal region of the spinal cord, spontaneously, through a defect/rent in the anterior Dura. Majority present in middle age women, with progressive paraparesis/asymmetrical motor weakness in lower limbs.

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  1. Department of Neurosurgery, Andhra Medical College & King George Hospital, Visakhapatnam, A. P.
  2. Department of Anatomy, Andhra Medical College & King George Hospital, Visakhapatnam, A. P.
  3. Department of Anesthesia, Andhra Medical College & King George Hospital, Visakhapatnam, A. P.
  4. Consultant Radiologist, Vijaya Medical Center, Maharanipeta, Visakhapatnam, A. P.

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