A case of progressive tetraparesis due to cervical epidural abscess

Abstract

International Journal of Case Reports and Images (IJCRI) is an international, peer reviewed, monthly, open access, online journal, publishing high-quality, articles in all areas of basic medical sciences and clinical specialties.Aim of IJCRI is to encourage the publication of new information by providing a platform for reporting of unique, unusual and rare cases which enhance understanding of disease process, its diagnosis, management and clinico-pathologic correlations. This can lead to significant delay in the timely diagnosis. Case Report: We report a rare case of sudden onset progressive tetra paresis in a 54-yearold male. Magnetic resonance imaging of cervical spine was suggestive of acute cervical spinal epidural abscess. Emergent surgical evacuation of the abscess resulted in gradual improvement of the neurological status in the patient. Conclusion:Spinal epidural abscess may present with constellation of signs and symptoms. Timely diagnosis and intervention may prevent permanent deficits to the patients.