Ichazo CJP, Garfias RMA, Abdo TMA, García GB, Dorantes AA

Language: Spanish
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ABSTRACT

Foramen magnum syndrome is the most frequent clinical presentation of diverse etiologies originating in the anatomical structure's margins. Its clinical manifestations include various signs and symptoms, many of which are explained by the anatomical correlation with the affected structures. His study clearly reflects the importance of neuroanatomy in clinical application. Most of the tumor etiologies in this area are benign in nature and, therefore, potentially resectable. Hence, it is important to recognize and differentiate them from other autoimmune, congenital entities, etc. If not recognized in time, they can be fatal due to high compression of the upper portion of the cervical cord and/or medulla oblongata. Although these tumors are rare (approximately 1% of all spinal and intracranial tumors), the most common are meningiomas, schwannomas, neurofibromas, and dermoid cysts. The best way not to overlook this type of picture is to keep in mind the definition and the constitutive elements of the "foramen magnum syndrome", which will facilitate the collection and understanding of the clinical data found in the patient.

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