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Specific Pattern of Gadolinium Enhancement in Spondylotic Myelopathy
Ann Neurol 76:54-65, Flanagan, E.P.,et al, 2014
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Article Abstract
Transverse pancakelike gadolinium enhancement associated with and just caudal to the site of maximal stenosis and at the rostrocaudal midpoint of a spindle-shaped T2 hyperintensity suggests that spondylosis is the cause of the myelopathy. Persistent enhancement for months to years following decompressive surgery is common. Recognition is important to prevent inappropriate interventions or delay in consideration of a potentially beneficial decompressive surgery.
 
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