Pneumorrhachis and paraspinal air with vacuum disc : case report and literature review

J Korean Neurosurg Soc. 2007 Dec;42(6):490-1. doi: 10.3340/jkns.2007.42.6.490. Epub 2007 Dec 20.

Abstract

Air within the spinal canal called pneumorrhachis has been seen rarely. We report a case showing multiple air pockets in the paraspinal and epidural space with vacuum disc and review pathogenesis and treatment of pneumorrhachis.

Keywords: Air; Intervertebral disc; Spine.

Publication types

  • Case Reports