T10-L3 Cystic Lesion of the Ventriculus Terminalis Presenting as Conus Medullaris Syndrome

摘要

BACKGROUND: Intramedullary spinal cord cysts are benign, rare, fluid-filled lesions that can present anywhere along the craniospinal axis. However, when present at the level of the ventriculus terminalis, conus medullaris syndrome may occur. Radical resection of the cyst wall and evacuation of the cyst content are the 2 surgical procedures of choice.