Removal Of A Large Neurofibroma Of The Intradural Thoracic Region

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The video shows an intervention performed on a middle-aged female, who complained of the proceeding weakness of the lower limbs since 3 months. A preoperative physical examination revealed her inability to stand on her own and a wheelchair was indispensable. An MRI image revealed a large tumor infiltraiting her spinal cord. After the tumor excision the patient was able to walk on her own in a week.

tags: neurosurgery spinal cord tumor

related terms: lower limb weakness, infiltrating spinal cord tumor, spinal cord tumor removal


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