Journal of neurology
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Journal of neurology · Apr 1987
Case ReportsSpinal epidural lipomatosis: report of a case secondary to hypothyroidism and review of literature.
Epidural lipomatosis usually occurs as a complication of steroid therapy. This report includes the first description of a case secondary to hypothyroidism. Adults in all age groups can be affected and present with progressive signs and symptoms of spinal cord or cauda equina compression. ⋯ Extensive decompressive laminectomy is useful but the results are variable. Correction of underlying endocrine abnormality can reverse the process. The need for early diagnosis of this disorder is therefore emphasized.