Spinal ependymomas are glial tumors that originate from differentiated cells lining the surface of the central canal of the spinal cord ^1,2. Ependymomas constitute tumors with different molecular types, which enables new therapeutic targets ^3,4. This case demonstrates imaging features strongly suggestive of a typical spinal cord ependymoma, with a central location, intense enhancement, and the presence of a cleavage plane.

Case courtesy

• Sterfferson Morais, MD - PGY-3, Radiology Resident, Department of Radiology
• Antonio Rodrigues de Aguiar Neto, MD - Radiologist, Department of Radiology

Hospital da Restauração – Recife, PE – Brazil