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  • Title: Ganglioneuroma with scoliosis of the thoracic spine: a case report.
    Author: Velyvis JH, Durbhakula S, Wurapa R, Carl AL.
    Journal: Spine J; 2005; 5(4):457-60. PubMed ID: 15996617.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Ganglioneuroma is a benign tumor of neural crest origin that may provoke a scoliosis as well as neurological symptoms. Treatment includes resection with possible spinal fusion for instability and close follow-up for many years. PURPOSE: The purpose is to report an invasive ganglioneuroma that was successfully treated by resection without spinal fusion. STUDY DESIGN/SETTING: Case report. PATIENT SAMPLE: A 15-year-old white female. OUTCOME MEASURES: Resolution of the patient's back pain with radiographic and clinical follow-up for recurrence of the tumor. METHODS: Not applicable. RESULTS: The patient experienced resolution of her back pain without recurrence of the tumor. CONCLUSIONS: This is a rare benign tumor that was effectively treated with surgical resection and without spinal fusion.
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