Spinal arachnoid cyst

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Diagnosis almost certain

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mri

There is a diffuse posterior cord displacement. 

Case Discussion

A large spinal arachnoid cyst extends along the ventral aspect of the spinal cord. As the cysts follow the intensity of CSF and their walls are generally not visible, they may not be identified unless the cord is displaced.

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