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Aggressive Vertebral Hemangioma and Spinal Cord Compression: A Particular Direct Access Case of Low Back Pain to Be Managed—A Case Report

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  • Fabrizio Brindisino

    (Department of Medicine and Health Science “Vincenzo Tiberio”, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy)

  • Angelo Scrimitore

    (Department of Medicine and Health Science “Vincenzo Tiberio”, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy)

  • Denis Pennella

    (Department of Medicine and Health Science “Vincenzo Tiberio”, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy)

  • Francesco Bruno

    (Department of Medicine and Health Science “Vincenzo Tiberio”, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy)

  • Raffaello Pellegrino

    (Antalgic Mini-Invasive and Rehab-Outpatients Unit, Department of Medicine and Science of Aging, University “G. d’Annunzio” Chieti-Pescara, 66100 Chieti, Italy
    Department of Scientific Research, Campus Ludes, Off-Campus Semmelweis University, 6912 Lugano, Switzerland)

  • Filippo Maselli

    (Department of Human Neurosciences, University of Rome “Sapienza”, 00185 Rome, Italy
    Sovrintendenza Sanitaria Regionale Puglia INAIL, 70121 Bari, Italy)

  • Francesco Lena

    (Department of Medicine and Health Science “Vincenzo Tiberio”, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy
    Department of Neurology, IRCCS INM Neuromed, 86077 Pozzilli, Italy)

  • Giuseppe Giovannico

    (Department of Medicine and Health Science “Vincenzo Tiberio”, University of Molise, 86100 Campobasso, Italy)

Abstract

Hemangiomas are the most common benign tumours affecting the spine, with an incidence of 10–12% of the general population. Although most hemangiomas are asymptomatic, there are aggressive forms which can develop symptoms, leading patients to show signs of disability. This case report aims to highlight the importance of red flags screening, and to report the physiotherapist’s clinical reasoning that led him to refer his patient to other healthcare professionals. This case also illustrated the pre- and post-surgical treatment of a specific low back pain case in a patient affected by aggressive vertebral hemangioma and spinal cord compression. The patient is a 52-year-old man, who reported intense pain in his sacral region about three months prior, which worsened while in sitting position. The physiotherapist proceeded with a complete medical history investigation and clinical examination. After an impaired neurological examination, the patient was referred to another health professional, who diagnosed multiple vertebral hemangiomas in the patient’s lumbosacral tract. The therapeutic intervention included the patient’s post-surgical rehabilitation following a vascular embolization. This case report shows the importance of proper patient screening. Indeed, during patients’ assessment, it is paramount to recognize red flags and to investigate them appropriately. An early referral of patients with conditions that require the support and expertise of other professionals can lead to a timely diagnosis and avoid costly and unnecessary rehabilitation procedures. In this case, the interdisciplinary collaboration between physiotherapist and neurosurgeon was crucial in guiding the patient towards recovery.

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  • Fabrizio Brindisino & Angelo Scrimitore & Denis Pennella & Francesco Bruno & Raffaello Pellegrino & Filippo Maselli & Francesco Lena & Giuseppe Giovannico, 2022. "Aggressive Vertebral Hemangioma and Spinal Cord Compression: A Particular Direct Access Case of Low Back Pain to Be Managed—A Case Report," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(20), pages 1-8, October.
  • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:19:y:2022:i:20:p:13276-:d:942576
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