 There are postoperative findings related to wide decompressive laminectomies from T8 to T11. There is interval resolution of the previously identified left dorsal epidural abscess from the T8 to T11 levels. The vertebral column alignment is within normal limits. The vertebral body and disc space heights are preserved. The vertebral bone marrow signal is unremarkable. There is no significant spinal canal stenosis. There is deformity of spinal cord at the T10 level. The spinal cord otherwise displays normal signal. There is diffuse enhancement of the paraspinal soft tissue in the surgical bed with mild enhancement of the T8-T11 facets and T6 spinous process.
1. Postoperative findings related to wide decompressive laminectomies from T8 to T11 with interval resolution of the previously identified epidural abscess and no significant spinal canal stenosis. 2. Deformity of the spinal cord at the T10 level is likely attributable to the prior mass effect from the abscess that was present at this level.3. Diffusely enhancing granulation tissue at the laminectomy site with mild enhancement of the T8-T11 facets and T6 spinous process, which may be reactive, although osteomyelitis cannot be entirely excluded.  I personally reviewed the Images and/or procedure with the Resident/Fellow and agree with this report.