Abstract
Myelocystocele is a variety of occult spinal dysraphism that is characterized by a localized, cystic dilatation of the terminal part of the central canal that then herniates through a posterior spina bifida. We describe a series of eight cases of myelocystocele. The clinical and radiological features and treatment are discussed and the relevant literature reviewed.
MeSH terms
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Child, Preschool
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Female
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Follow-Up Studies
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Humans
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Infant
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Male
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Meningomyelocele / diagnostic imaging
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Meningomyelocele / surgery
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Meningomyelocele / therapy*
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Neurosurgical Procedures
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Radiography
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Spinal Dysraphism / diagnostic imaging
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Treatment Outcome
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Urinary Bladder Diseases / diagnostic imaging
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Urinary Bladder Diseases / surgery
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Urinary Bladder Diseases / therapy*