Intradural teratoma in a neonate with meningomyelocele

Asian J Neurosurg. 2016 Jul-Sep;11(3):323-4. doi: 10.4103/1793-5482.145111.

Abstract

Meningomyelocele is a common congenital problem. The teratoma is a neoplasm composed of tissues foreign to the part in which they arise. An intradural teratoma within a meningomyelocele is a very rare association. We report a case of intradural teratoma with a brief review of the relevant literature.

Keywords: Intradural; meningomyelocele; teratoma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports