Schwannoma (intrathecal)

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Sciatica.

Patient Data

Gender: Male
mri

Selected sagittal images demonstrate a vividly enhancing intrathecal mass is located below the conus. The differential diagnosis is primarily between a schwannoma and a myxopapillary ependymoma. 

Case Discussion

The patient underwent resection which confirmed diagnosis of a schwannoma

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