Aggressive spinal haemangioma

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

mri
Sagittal
STIR
Sagittal
T1
Sagittal
T1 C+
Axial
T2
Sagittal
T2
Sagittal
STIR
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Info

Aggressive spinal haemangioma with epidural extension, compressing spinal canal.  

Axial
non-contrast
Axial bone
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Sagittal
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Info

Decreased density of vertebral body with prominent trabeculae (corduroy sign in sagittal plane and polka-dot sign in axial plane).

Case Discussion

Aggressive spinal haemangioma with epidural extension into spinal canal, compressing cauda equina.

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