Successful excision of intradural extramedullary plexiform T1-T4 schwannoma.

Authors :: Nazwar TA
Bal Afif F
Wardhana DW
Panjaitan C
Source :: Surgical neurology international [Surg Neurol Int] 2024 Sep 06; Vol. 15, pp. 321. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Sep 06 (Print Publication: 2024).
Publication Year :: 2024
Abstract: Background: Plexiform schwannomas (PSs) are rare. Here, we describe the clinical features, diagnosis, treatment, and outcome of a 17-year-old male presenting with a T1-T4 intradural extramedullary (IDEM).<br />Case Description: A 17-year-old male presented with back pain and pain radiating down both legs. The thoracic magnetic resonance revealed a left-sided T1-T4 IDEM mass. The patient underwent a T2-T4 laminectomy for gross total tumor excision, followed by posterior fusion. Immunohistochemical examination revealed S100 positivity, supporting the diagnosis of PS.<br />Conclusion: IDEM PSs are rare, may be readily diagnosed with MR, and can be successfully resected.<br />Competing Interests: There are no conflicts of interest.<br /> (Copyright: © 2024 Surgical Neurology International.)