Extradural malignant melanotic nerve sheath tumor of the lumbosacral spine: a diagnostic and surgical challenge
MMNST should be considered in the differential diagnosis of pigmented spinal lesions, especially in young adults with progressive neurological symptoms. Early recognition and complete surgical resection remain essential for optimal outcomes. This case highlights the importance of integrating imaging, histopathology, and immunohistochemistry to ensure accurate diagnosis and guide management.
Authors
- Naeem Ul Haq (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-1994-1870)
- Samim Noori (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-7195-2010)
- Syed F. Haider (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0645-6247)
- Sardar Noman Qayyum (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-9132-7256)
- Gulmeena Aziz Khan
- Ashan Fareed
Institutions
- Bacha Khan University (PK)
- Lady Reading Hospital (PK)
- Nangarhar University (AF)
- Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Annals of Medicine and Surgery
- Published
- 2025-05-10
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/ms9.0000000000003327
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Neurofibromatosis and Schwannoma Cases
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.78