Spinal cord compression due to extramedullary hematopoiesis in patient with Beta thalassemia major

Abstract

Abstract Extramedullary hematopoiesis can occur in patients with beta thalassemia major, which can lead to spinal cord compression. In such cases, the use of radiotherapy can be sufficient for the complete resolution of neurological symptoms.

Keywords

• extramedullary hematopoiesis
• spinal cord compression
• thalassemia