Anterior cervical epidural abscess: the use of intraoperative spinal sonography.
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چکیده
A case of acute cervical epidural abscess is presented. The use of intraoperative spinal sonography is discussed as a valuable adjunct in the evaluation and treatment of these uncommon lesions.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Surgical neurology
دوره 25 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1986