Pseudomeningocele from multiple LP

[Catzl808]

New to the community :) I was recently diagnosed with a pseudomeningocele of the thoratic/lumbar spine.  No previous surgeries on my back at all.  First diag was arachnoid cyst, then epidermoid cyst now pseudomeningocele.  I am scheduled for laminectomy in 2 wks to "free up trapped nerves" and to deal with pseudo.  Very scared & can't find info on my condition only of pseudo from back surgery.  Would greatly appreciate any knowledge :) thank you!!

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hmm--may be they are the cause--if the technique was not right or multiple attempts were made or even if the technique was correct the dura can be damaged.

[Catzl808]

Thank you Dr. Mathur!  the only things that I had done on my spine in the past are epidurals for childbirth & epidural steroid injection for cervical spondylosis.  

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi!
I am sorry to hear about your medical problems. Yes, the main cause of pseudomeningocele is a trauma caused in the duramater (covering of the spinal cord) due to surgery. However, a pseudomeningocele may also be caused by any other trauma (like an accident or sports injury) or it may be congenital.  Please discuss with your doctor. Take care!

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