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  • Spinal intramedullary epidermoids are uncommon tumors located within the spinal cord and can be either congenital or acquired, often linked to spinal abnormalities.
  • The symptoms they cause vary based on which part of the spinal cord is affected.
  • The primary treatment for these tumors is surgical removal, as illustrated in a case of a patient who exhibited spastic paraparesis.

Article Abstract

Spinal intramedullary epidermoids are rare intramedullary lesions of the spinal cord. They may be congenital or acquired with the congenital type often associated with spinal dysraphism and other spinal anomalies. The clinical presentation depends on the level of the involvement of the spinal cord. Management of these lesions is surgical excision. We report a case of intramedullary spinal epidermoid who presented with spastic paraparesis.

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