Cystic, exophytic teratoma of conus medullaris presenting with chronic renal failure.

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.