Spinal segmental myoclonus following spinal surgery.

British Journal of Neurosurgery
Shrikant PandeSivashankar Subramaniam

Abstract

A 44-year-old male was admitted with L5/S1 spondylodiscitis complicated by a posterior epidural abscess that was compressing the thecal sac with severe narrowing of the canal and compression of the cauda equine. He underwent computed tomography (CT) guided drainage followed by L5/S1 decompression laminectomy and was started on a 6-week course of intravenous antibiotics with good response. He remained well and afebrile with inflammatory markers showing improvement. During this period, he developed intermittent myoclonic movements of right lower limb with severe pain over the back radiating to the gluteal region which hindered his rehabilitation potential. He was diagnosed with spinal segmental myoclonus based on clinical findings and history of recent spinal surgery. He was successfully treated with a course of clonazepam and continues to make functional improvements during his rehabilitation program.

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