Cystic, exophytic teratoma of conus medullaris presenting with chronic renal failure.
Surg Neurol
; 69(1): 81-3; discussion 84, 2008 Jan.
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| ID: mdl-17976704
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Pure chronic renal failure as a presentation of a conus neoplasm is a rare entity. In addition, few case reports exist describing an intramedullary teratoma among adults. CASE DESCRIPTION We present a unique case of intramedullary mature cystic teratoma, presenting as isolated renal failure.CONCLUSIONS:
As distinguished radiological criteria cease to exist regarding intramedullary teratomas, these neoplasms continue to provide pathological surprises. Surgical excision remains the treatment of choice. The literature review indicates good surgical outcome.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Spinal Cord Compression
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Spinal Cord Neoplasms
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Teratoma
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Kidney Failure, Chronic
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Surg Neurol
Year:
2008
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
India
Publication country:
EEUU
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ESTADOS UNIDOS
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ESTADOS UNIDOS DA AMERICA
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EUA
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UNITED STATES
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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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US
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USA