Primary Aneurysmal Bone Cyst of the Thoracic Spine: A Pediatric Case Report

To date, only a few documented cases exist of complete or near-complete paraplegia of the lower extremities following collapse of a vertebral body secondary to an aneurysmal bone cyst. We describe the preceding symptoms associated with this catastrophic event along with surgical management and recovery. A previously healthy, 13-year-old girl had experienced months of ongoing back pain with associated posture change. After collapsing at home in...