Synovial cyst presenting as a C1/2 tumour

Abstract

Synovial cysts presenting within the cervical spine are rare. We describe a case of a synovial cyst presenting as a tumour and the successful management.

Key words:

• Spinal tumour
• spinal cord compression
• synovial cyst

Declaration of interest: The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.