AI Article Synopsis
- A case study is presented where a spontaneous spinal epidural hematoma led to paraplegia caused by a qualitative platelet disorder linked to excessive garlic intake.
- The patient, a nonagenarian, experienced significant recovery from the thoracic spinal epidural hematoma.
- This situation highlights that even elderly individuals can have positive outcomes following severe spinal cord compression.
Article Abstract
The authors report a case of spontaneous spinal epidural hematoma causing paraplegia secondary to a qualitative platelet disorder from excessive garlic ingestion. The case also demonstrates satisfactory recovery from thoracic spinal epidural hematoma in a nonagenarian. Recovery from severe spinal cord compression can occur even in the very elderly.
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