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Neural compression complicating vertebral hemangioma is associated with: (1) compression fracture, (2) hematoma, (3) epidural extension of tumor, and/or (4) bony expansion or “ballooning.” Four cases of symptomatic vertebral hemangioma are presented. Discussion includes imaging modalities, preoperative embolization, and surgical approach.
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Baker, N.D., Greenspan, A. & Neuwirth, M. Symptomatic vertebral hemangiomas: a report of four cases. Skeletal Radiol 15, 458–463 (1986). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00355106
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00355106