| Surfer's myelopathy--an unusual cause of acute spinal cord ischemia: a case report and review of the literature. | |
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PMID: 20963461 Owner: NLM Status: In-Process |
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Surfer's myelopathy is an emergent medical condition, representing a rare type of nontraumatic injury of the spinal cord, triggered by continued hyperextension of the back in inexperienced surfers. Subsequent acute spinal cord ischemia is the main pathological "substrate" for extensive cord myelopathy, determining potential neurological damage and thus predicting a patient's outcome. Awareness of the regional vascular anatomy and correct interpretation of the radiological findings are essential in making a precise diagnosis. Magnetic resonance imaging is an accurate and sensitive modality to identify early ischemic changes, particularly if diffusion-weighted images are initially performed. We report a case of 23-year-old male in whom the diagnosis of surfer's myelopathy was made based on an appropriate clinical history and imaging findings compatible with acute spinal cord ischemia. We also discuss miscellaneous pathological conditions, causing acute myelopathy, which can mimic clinical signs or/and imaging appearance of this rare, but potentially disabling disorder. |
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Anatoly Shuster; Arlene Franchetto |
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Type: Journal Article Date: 2010-10-07 |
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Title: Emergency radiology Volume: 18 ISSN: 1438-1435 ISO Abbreviation: Emerg Radiol Publication Date: 2011 Jan |
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Created Date: 2011-01-03 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 9431227 Medline TA: Emerg Radiol Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 57-60 Citation Subset: IM |
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Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Hamilton General Hospital, Hamilton Health Science, McMaster University, 237 Barton St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. tshuster2000@yahoo.com |
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