neurologic disorders
Syrinx of the Spinal Cord or Brain Stem
Diagnosis of Syrinx
MRI of spinal cord and brain with gadolinium A syrinx is suggested by an unexplained central cord syndrome or other characteristic neurologic deficits, particularly pain and temperature sensory deficits in a capelike distribution. MRI of the entire spinal cord and brain is done. Gadolinium enhancement is useful for detecting any associated tumor. 