Aneurysmal bone cysts of the spine. Report of 3 cases and review of the litereature

ABSTRACT

This report describes 3 cases of aneurysmal bone cysts of the spine, who were treated at the Neurosurgical unit, Mosul Teaching Hospital in the period between May, 1992 and Aug., 1995. Two patients were presented with backache and features of severe spinal cord compression. These were treated by excision of the compressing lesion which resulted in good neurological recovery. Curettage followed by radiotherapy was done in the other patient who had pain and limited neck movements. The value of prompt and correct diagnosis and timely treatment is emphasized