Abstract
Background
Intramedullary spinal cord abscesses are rare and can be potential harmful lesions that cause a variety of neurologic problems. It is a treatable cause of paraparesis; however, diagnosis is not often straightforward due to the indolent course and rarity of the disease.
Case report
We report a case of a 32-month-old boy referred to our institution with a neglected intramedullary cord abscess after 6 months.
Conclusion
Strong clinical suspicion, in addition to prompt surgical drainage with proper antibiotic therapy, seems crucial in prevention of permanent neurological disability.
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Kamgarpour, A., Izadfar, MA. & Razmkon, A. Neglected intramedullary cord abscess in a 3-year old child: a case report. Childs Nerv Syst 24, 153–155 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00381-007-0421-7
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