Cervical spondylotic myelopathy presenting as a “pancake enhancement” on MRI of the spinal cord: A case report and review of literature

Abstract

Abstract Spondylotic myelopathy involves chronic spinal cord compression from degenerative spine changes presenting a myriad of neurological and pain symptoms. We report a case of cervical myelopathy with transverse pancake‐like gadolinium enhancement seen on MRI in a 42‐year‐old gentleman with progressive bilateral upper extremity numbness, tingling, and impaired gait.

Keywords

• neurology
• pancake enhancement
• spinal cord
• spondylotic myelopathy
• upper and lower motor signs