Spinal Intramedullary Dermoid Tumors Report of Two Cases

Abstract

We presented two cases of the spinal intradural intramedullary dermoid tumors (dermoid cysts). Two cases were admitted to the hospital with a history of backache, weakness of the lower extremities and urinary retention. Myelography and computed tomography with contrast were performed to the patients. Myelography showed subto¬ tal obstruction. Computed tomography with contrast media demonstrated low attenuation values. Both intramedullary tumors were subtotally excised by microsurgical techniques. Histopathological examinations con¬ firmed the dermoid tumor. Urinary retention was improved after the operation* Weakness of the lower extremities was also gradually recovered in two cases.