Configuration of spinal cord: MRI and operative findingsa
| Spinal Cord | LDM (n = 12) | CDS (n = 10) | P Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level of the conus medullaris | Normal | 3 (25%) | 4 (40%) | .652 |
| Low-lying | 9 (75%) | 6 (60%) | ||
| Shape of the spinal cord | Dorsal tenting | 10 (83%) | 1 (10%) | .001 |
↵a Data are number of patients, with percentages in parentheses.