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J Schiffer

Publications and source records attributed to J Schiffer.

At least 55 records · Page 3Linked to original sources
PubMed1982

Spinal dysraphism in the cervical and dorsal regions in childhood.

Spinal dysraphism entirely confined to the cervical or dorsal levels is uncommon. In a large series affecting all levels, only 26 such cases that required operation were found. These are described in order to determine their particular features which include a high incidence of expanding lesions (dermoid cyst and neurenteric cyst) and are therefore associated with a much higher risk of morbidity than dysraphism, at lower levels.

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PubMed1980

Epidural angiolipoma producing compression of the cauda equina.

Epidural angiolipomas are rare tumours and are histologically benign, but their myelographic and macroscopic appearance is malignant. Surgical results are satisfactory. A case is reported in a 48-year-old woman with a slowly progressive cauda equina compression syndrome in whom an epidural angiolipoma was successfully removed. The special feature of this case was a generalized severe spinal osteoporosis with a pathological fracture of a vertebral body at the level of the tumour.

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PubMed1980

Multiple meningiomas in separate neuroaxial compartments in a child.

A case of a child with multiple meningiomas in separated neuroaxial compartments is reported. The first tumor was in the frontal region and was removed surgically when first diagnosed 8 years prior to the appearance of the other tumor. The second tumor was located in the foramen magnum region, and reached considerable dimensions before becoming symptomatic and giving signs of brain stem compression as evidenced by progressive spastic tetraparesis and respiratory disturbances, without hydrocephalus. The diagnosis was confirmed by a low CT scan section, the tumor was successfully removed with the aid of the microscope and the patient made a good recovery.

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