ISSN:
1432-0932
Keywords:
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
;
Spinal epidural hematoma
;
Surgery
;
Thrombocytopenia
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Epidural hematoma is a rare cause of spinal cord compression, which usually provokes severe neurological deficits. It is presumed to originate from venous or, more probably, arterial bleeding. Thrombocytopenia and other disorders of coagulation may precipitate the onset of epidural hematoma and facilitate the evolution of the disease. We report the case of a patient suffering from a non-Hodgkin's lymphoma with severe thrombocytopenia during a MACOP-B schedule, who presented with a spontaneous cervical epidural hematoma. We discuss the etiopathological aspects, diagnosis, and treatment of this rare cause of acute cervical spinal cord compression.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00301331
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