Abstract
To emphasize an underestimated side effect following long-term use of steroids. We report on surgical treatment of two patients with serious neurologic deficits caused by epidural spinal lipoma following long-term intake of cortisone. Early decompression of the spinal cord by removal of epidural lipoma was the most effective treatment in these patients with progressive symptoms. Diagnostic work-up of such patients should include early spinal MRI resulting in surgical intervention, if indicated. Decompression of the spinal cord eventually combined with fusion is necessary.
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