Multiple Large Perineural (Tarlov) Cysts in the Sacrum of a Cadaver: A Case Report and Review.

Authors

Jocelyn Gonzales
Joe Iwanaga
Nitsa Topale
Rod J Oskouian, Swedish Neuroscience Institute, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington, USAFollow
R Shane Tubbs

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-12-2017

Publication Title

Cureus

Keywords

csf; imaging; intrasacral; pain; sacral; spine

Abstract

Tarlov or perineural cysts are cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)-filled sacs found between the perineurium and epineurium of the nerve roots. It is still unsure whether the origin of these cysts is intradural or extradural. They can either be asymptomatic or create a variety of negative impacts on comfort and quality of life. In this case report, we describe the presentation of multiple Tarlov cysts including one large cyst discovered during a routine cadaveric spinal dissection and the relevant and related literature. To our knowledge, this is the only cadaveric case report of Tarlov cysts and offers an interesting window into their anatomy.

Clinical Institute

Neurosciences (Brain & Spine)

Department

Neurosciences

Department

Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

Recommended Citation

Gonzales, Jocelyn; Iwanaga, Joe; Topale, Nitsa; Oskouian, Rod J; and Tubbs, R Shane, "Multiple Large Perineural (Tarlov) Cysts in the Sacrum of a Cadaver: A Case Report and Review." (2017). Articles, Abstracts, and Reports. 1519.
https://digitalcommons.providence.org/publications/1519