Arachnoiditis
Diagnosis certain
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Citation:
Gaillard F, Arachnoiditis. Case study, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 01 Jun 2023) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-14055
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At the time the case was submitted for publication Frank Gaillard had no recorded disclosures.
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20 Jun 2011
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4 times, by 2 contributors - see full revision history and disclosures
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Presentation
Previous spinal surgery. Ongoing back and lower limb pain.
Patient Data
Age: 70 years
Gender: Female
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Arachnoiditis
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Sagittal T1
MRI demonstrates characteristic appearances of arachnoiditis with an empty theca sign (cauda equina nerve roots are adherent to the margins of the dura and clumped).
Case Discussion
Arachnoiditis is an important feature to seek in all spines, particularly those with a prior history of surgery or infection.
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