Pathology of the conus medullaris and cauda equina – Beyond the usual suspects (2025) Nerses Nersesyan

Description

This educational review highlights common and rare etiologies of conus medullaris and cauda equina lesions, emphasizing imaging characteristics and diagnostic considerations. It provides a comprehensive review of tumors, infections, inflammatory, vascular, and degenerative conditions affecting these regions, noting the critical role of contrast-enhanced MRI in differentiating these pathologies.