Publication at Third Faculty of Medicine |
2013
Abstract
As the prevalence of syphilis rises, an increase in tertiary syphilis with spinal involvement is predicted. We report what we believe to be the first case of compressive cervical spine syphilitic gummata, with central cord compression signs.
We also review the relevant literature to date. The diagnosis of syphilis in the spine relies on the physician to be aware of it as part of the differential diagnosis.
Treponemal laboratory tests are an important aid in establishing a diagnosis