Spinal epidural lipomatosis: An unusual cause of relapsing and remitting paraparesis
2010
Spinal Epidural Lipomatosis: A Rare Cause of Paraparesis
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Dinesh Rajput, Arun K. Kumar
Primary Institution: Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences
Hypothesis
Can idiopathic spinal epidural lipomatosis cause relapsing and remitting paraparesis?
Conclusion
The patient improved significantly after surgical intervention for idiopathic spinal epidural lipomatosis.
Supporting Evidence
- Spinal epidural lipomatosis is characterized by abnormal fat deposition in the epidural space.
- The patient experienced fluctuating weakness in the lower limbs over a period of 6 months.
- Magnetic resonance imaging revealed a posterior epidural mass causing cord compression.
- Surgical intervention led to significant improvement in the patient's condition.
Takeaway
A rare condition called spinal epidural lipomatosis can cause leg weakness that comes and goes, but surgery can help people get better.
Methodology
The patient underwent MRI, which showed a posterior epidural mass, and was treated surgically.
Limitations
The case is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
An 18-year-old male with no history of obesity or steroid use.
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