Unilateral diaphragmatic paralysis and complete brachial plexus injury in a complex birth injury: A rare case report mimicking Tarlov cyst and review of literature

Abstract

The rare occurrence of Tarlov cysts in pediatric patients, particularly in the context of complex birth injuries, necessitates thorough evaluation and tailored management approaches. A comprehensive understanding of the clinical significance and optimal treatment strategies for this unique combination is crucial to ensure effective and individualized care for affected children.

Keywords: Tarlov cyst; birth injury; newborn; perineural cyst.

FIGURE 1

Chest X‐ray (A‐P view) shows the decreased volume of the lung (A, B) and fracture of the posterior of the 6th left ribe due to labor dystocia (white arrow).

FIGURE 2

Coronal (A), saggital T2‐weighted (B), myelogram (C), axial T2‐weighted cervical spine (D) show partial injury of C3, C4, C5, C6, and avulsion injury of root of C7, C8, T1 that mimick tarlove cysts.