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ArticleJournal of craniovertebral junction & spine

Comprehensive insights into lumbar epidural varicose veins: Three clinical cases and surgical strategies.

Kayode Agboola, Bipin Chaurasia, Gianluca Scalia, Giuseppe Emmanuele Umana, Nicola Montemurro, Eugene Slinko

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6 authors.

Kayode AgboolaDepartment of Neurosurgery, Romodanov Institute of Neurosurgery, National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine.
Bipin ChaurasiaDepartment of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery Clinic, Birgunj, Nepal.
Gianluca ScaliaDepartment of Head and Neck Surgery, Neurosurgery Unit, Garibaldi Hospital, Catania, Italy.
Giuseppe Emmanuele UmanaDepartment of Neurosurgery, Trauma and Gamma Knife Center, Cannizzaro Hospital, Catania, Italy.
Nicola MontemurroDepartment of Neurosurgery, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Pisana (AOUP), Pisa, Italy.
Eugene SlinkoDepartment of Spinal Pathologies, Romodanov Institute of Neurosurgery, National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Lumbar epidural varicose veins (LEVs) present a challenging clinical scenario with limited literature. This series addresses the scarcity of comprehensive understanding, emphasizing the need for nuanced exploration. Varied prevalence estimates and clinical oversights underscore the urgency for a standardized approach to surgical interventions. We present three diverse clinical cases: (1) segmental varicose veins causing radicular pain, (2) local varicosities leading to lower paraparesis, and (3) widespread varicose veins with prolonged symptoms. Surgical tactics involved targeted coagulation, crossing of veins, and preservation of collateral blood flow. Advanced imaging techniques guided interventions. Tailoring interventions based on varicose vein subtype, preserving collateral flow, and adopting a staged postoperative approach contribute to successful outcomes. This series provides valuable insights into LEV management, emphasizing the significance of advanced imaging in diagnosis and surgical planning.

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Advanced imagingcollateral blood flowlumbar epidural varicose veinsradiculopathysurgical strategies

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PMID38957759
PMCPMC11216636

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