Intradural disc herniation of L2/3: A case report and literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Intradural herniation (IDH) or transdural disc herniation is a rare presentation of lumbar disc disease. Preoperative imaging findings should be carefully and thoroughly interpreted. Although imaging modalities such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are readily available, a definitive diagnosis cannot be made based solely on these modalities. Operative procedures must be planned to prevent unexpected complications.

Case description

A 67-year-old man presented with right lower extremity weakness and numbness with bowel and bladder involvement for 2 weeks, after falling from a standing position. MRI revealed a large herniated disc at L2-L3, which was suspected to be IDH. Posterior discectomy and interbody fusion were also performed. Int

SUBMITTER: Pholprajug P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9256825 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature