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March 10, 2026Journal of NeurologyOpen Access

Clinical course and patient-reported outcomes in conservatively managed spinal cavernous malformations

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ASAbel Clemens Adriaan SandmannMKMarinus A. KempeneersKSK. Mariam Slot

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Overview

Cohort study assesses clinical and patient-reported outcomes in spinal cavernous malformation management, suggesting room for improvement.

Key Points

  • To evaluate clinical, functional, and patient-reported outcomes in patients with conservatively managed spinal cavernous malformations.
  • Single-center cohort study from 1995–2024
  • Included adult patients with spinal cavernous malformations
  • Analysed symptomatic hemorrhage and neurological deficits
  • Cross-sectional telephone and questionnaire follow-up
  • Evaluated outcomes using modified Rankin Scale and patient-reported measures
  • 28 patients with spinal cavernous malformations identified
  • 36% experienced symptomatic hemorrhage or deficits
  • 57% were functionally independent at follow-up
  • Patients reported lower quality of life scores compared to the general population
  • Higher levels of anxiety, depression, and fatigue were reported.

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Sandmann et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69af958570916d39fea4d3b6https://doi.org/10.1007/s00415-026-13715-2
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