Spinal cord compression in beta-thalassemia: Case report and review of the literature

S. A. Salehi; T. Koski; S. L. Ondra

doi:10.1038/sj.sc.3101544

Spinal cord compression in beta-thalassemia: Case report and review of the literature

S. A. Salehi^*, T. Koski, S. L. Ondra

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Neurological Surgery

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Abstract

Study design: A case report of thoracic spinal cord compression in a 34-year-old male with beta-thalassemia is reported. Objectives: In patients with thalassemia, neurologic complaints should lead to a high index of suspicion for spinal cord compression from marrow expansion, ectopic bone formation and resultant stenosis. Initial presentation, diagnosis, radiographic findings, surgical treatment and follow-up are reviewed. Setting: This case is reported from Chicago, Illinois. Method: A chart review is performed for the purposes of this case report. Results: Patient underwent decompressive laminectomy with good surgical outcome. Conclusion: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of such a condition is essential to optimize the chances of recovery.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	117-123
Number of pages	7
Journal	Spinal Cord
Volume	42
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.sc.3101544
State	Published - Feb 2004

Keywords

Compression
Hematopoiesis
Thalassemia

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Neurology
Clinical Neurology

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