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Topic - Dx: Tethered spinal cord. :: Search Icon

History

Age: 5 :: Gender: girl

Patient History

Chronic back pain and scoliosis.

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Findings


Summary of Findings

(NO LIPOMA PRESENT IN THIS CASE)

On MRI, conus medullaris ends abnormally at the L3 level. Fibrous cord extends from the inferior aspect of the cord. Markedly distended bladder suggestive of neurogenic bladder. On CT, note posterior fusion defect at L5.

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Differential Diagnosis

Diagnosis


Case Diagnosis

Dx: Tethered spinal cord.


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TF Case Contributor Credits
Submitted by: Glenn Richard - Author Info
Case/Image Editor: Albert V Porambo - Editor Info
Case Accepted: :: Revised: :: Submitted:
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