[Intramedullary neuroenteric cyst simulating Sandifer's syndrome]

Abstract

We report the case of a child with frequent episodes of arms and neck hypertonia and regurgitation. These characteristics, associated with an esophagitis, suggested the diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (Sandifer syndrome?). Because after an appropriate therapy the symptoms didn't disappear, a neurological disorder was suspected: MRI showed two bulky intramedullary cysts. After the removal of the cysts symptoms resolved.