Summary
One further case of redundant nerve roots of the cauda equina is described, and a review of eleven comparable cases in the literature is provided. In the authors' opinion, this disease appears to be a congenital anomaly, frequently but not necessarily associated with spinal changes.
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Pau, A., Turtas, S. Redundant nerve roots of the cauda equina. Acta neurochir 33, 311–317 (1976). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01886678
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