Spinal widespread intradural extramedullary hydatidosis

Neuroradiology. 2004 Apr;46(4):310-2. doi: 10.1007/s00234-004-1184-4. Epub 2004 Mar 25.

Abstract

Spinal hydatid cyst is an uncommon but serious condition. Intradural presentation is extremely rare. The case reported herein describes an unusual recurrent hydatidosis with progression of recurrence and spreading into intradural extramedullary field.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Disease Progression
  • Echinococcosis / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Recurrence
  • Spinal Cord Compression / etiology
  • Spinal Cord Diseases / parasitology*
  • Spinal Cord Diseases / pathology*