INTRODUCTION:Tuberculosis remains a significant global health burden, with central nervous system (CNS) involvement being a rare but serious manifestation. While pulmonary tuberculosis is the most common form, extrapulmonary manifestations can affect various organs and systems. The CNS involvement in developing countries constitutes nearly 10% of all tuberculosis patients [1]. Tuberculomas with compressive myelopathies without bone involvement are an even rarer occurrence. In the differential diagnosis of extensive spinal cord injuries, particularly in young patients with a history of pulmonary tuberculosis or tuberculous meningitis, it is important to consider the possibility of an intradural extramedullary tuberculoma [2].Here we will be discussing a case of intradural extramedullary tuberculosis of the thoracic spine, with progressive neurological dysfunction. Surgery aims to decompress the spinal cord and remove the tuberculoma, thereby relieving the pressure on the neural tissues and preventing further neurological deterioration [3-5]. The specific surgical technique employed depends on the location and extent of the tuberculoma.Following surgery, anti-tubercular therapy is initiated to target the underlying tuberculosis infection. This typically involves a combination of multiple anti-tuberculosis medications, such as isoniazid, rifampicin, ethambutol, and pyrazinamide [2]. The duration of anti-tubercular therapy may vary but generally lasts several months to ensure complete eradication of the infection. Continual postoperative monitoring assumes paramount importance in assessing neurological recovery and treatment response. Concurrently, physiotherapy and rehabilitation assume significance in facilitating the functional restoration and enhancing the overall quality of life [1].This report aims to discuss the diagnostic challenges, treatment strategy, and clinical outcomes, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing this uncommon condition.

USE OF INTRAOPERATIVE NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING(IONM) IN A NEONATE WITH LIMITED DORSAL MYELOSCHISISShyam Duvuru1, Nisha B2, Vivek Sanker3, Yusra Arafeh4, Rnad Alajarmeh5, Wireko Andrew Awuah61Department of Neurosurgery, Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Tamil Nadu, IndiaEmail: drshypy@gmail.com2Neuroanaesthesia & Critical Care, Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Tamil Nadu, IndiaEmail: drnisha_b@apollohospitals.com3Research Fellow, Society of Brain Mapping and Therapeutics, CA, USAEmail: viveksanker@gmail.com4Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, JordanEmail: theyusraarafeh@gmail.com5Department of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Istiklal Hospital, Amman, JordanEmail: renadnaser5@gmail.com6Faculty of Medicine, Sumy State University, Sumy, Ukraine, andyvans36@yahoo.com

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