Chronic Posttraumatic Lumbar Intradural Arachnoid Cyst with Cauda Equina Compression: Case Report

Abstract

An unusual case of a chronic posttraumatic lumbar intradural arachnoid cyst causing compression of the cauda equina is reported. The etiological, pathological, and clinical features are discussed. Emphasis is placed on the importance of a correct interpretation of radiological findings.