Differential Diagnosis In Neuroimaging. - Spine

These two tumors can look very similar but have distinct features. More common in adults. Centrally located in the cord. Well-circumscribed margins. Frequent "hemosiderin cap" (dark on T2). Astrocytoma: More common in children. Eccentrically located in the cord. Ill-defined, infiltrative margins. Cysts are common, but hemorrhage is rare. 💡 Pro-Tips for the Reading Room

This space is inside the dura, but outside the actual spinal cord.

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Degenerative disease, metastases, trauma, and epidural abscesses.

If the pedicle is destroyed but the disc is fine, think metastasis. These two tumors can look very similar but

This area is outside the dural sac. It includes the vertebrae, intervertebral discs, and epidural space.

Astrocytoma, ependymoma, hemangioblastoma, demyelination (MS), and syrinx. Key look: Expands the spinal cord itself. 🔬 Common Scenarios and Differentiators Neoplastic vs. Infectious Spondylodiscitis Well-circumscribed margins

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