Cauda equina syndrome due to prostate metastases

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain

Patient Data

Gender: Male
Sagittal
T2
Sagittal
T1
Axial
T2
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MRI demonstrates localized sacral metastases obliterating the spinal canal and compressing the lower spinal roots.

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Widespread sclerotic metastases involving the entire pelvis and proximal femora. Brachytherapy of the prostate noted. 

Case Discussion

Patient with known metastatic prostate cancer developed cauda equina syndrome. 

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