A RARE CAUSE OF LOWER LIMB PAIN – INTRAMEDULLARY DERMOID – A CASE REPORT

Abstract

Dermoid cyst is a benign tumor. It accounts for only 1-2% of intra spinal tumors. -It is most common in children less than 10yrs of age accounting for 10-17%. -Only 1% of dermoid cyst occurs intramedullary. The usual sites are lumbosacral spine(60%), thoracic spine(10%), and cervical spine(10%). -The common presentation is with pain in lower limbs, back pain, balance problems, numbness and weakness, seizures, headaches. Here we are presenting 4 year male child.