An unusual cause of spinal cord compression
Perry, C.; Blundell, A.; Seddon, D.
Acute Medicine 7(2): 89-90
2008
ISSN/ISBN: 1747-4884 PMID: 21611576 Document Number: 17058
Spinal subdural haematoma (SSDH) is a rare, but potentially reversible, cause of spinal cord compression. We describe the case of an 85-year-old lady on long-term low-dose aspirin who presented with features of spinal cord compression. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) confirmed a large anterior thoracic SSDH. The aetiology, pathophysiology, clinical features and treatment options are discussed.
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