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PURPOSE OF THE EVENT
SYRINGOMYELIA 2007
Although a relatively rare clinical entity, syringomyelia continues to fascinate neurosurgeons and neurologists worldwide. To describe it as an “enigmatic condition” is as valid today as was the case half a century ago. This is despite advances in imaging technology, which nowadays permit an accurate diagnosis to be made at an early stage, in most cases. Indeed, as a result of such advances, we now face new challenges such as the appropriate management of the increasing number of apparently idiopathic syrinx cavities that are being detected. Further, some of the old questions remain unanswered, such as just what is the pathophysiological basis of CSF accumulation within the substance of the spinal cord?
The first important monograph on the subject of syringomyelia was published in 1973. There have been four other dedicated texts since the last symposium on Syringomyelia was held in Kobe, Japan in 2000. We feel that it is now timely for us to organise a symposium on the subject of syringomyelia and its related disorders, with a view to producing an up-to-date monograph dealing with this most fascinating and challenging of medical conditions.
Leaving aside its fascination for specialists and its enigmatic nature, syringomyelia can extract a heavy toll from its sufferers and their families. It is for this very reason that the Ann Conroy Trust came into being, twenty-five years ago. It is precisely why the Trust is now proud to organise a meeting of international specialists in the management of syringomyelia. Our aim is to enable these experts to define the current state of understanding about syringomyelia and its related disorders, to establish what should be current best practice in treating these conditions and to provide direction for future research in this field.
We look forward to meeting you at Syringomyelia 2007.
Graham Flint
Consultant Neurosurgeon
University Hospital Birmingham, England
Chairman, Syringomyelia 2007
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The symposium is organised by The Ann Conroy Trust
Registered Charity No 510582
Support, research & education for sufferers & carers of
syringomyelia & associated conditions
Contact:33 Southam Rd, Dunchurch,
Rugby, Warwickshire, CV22 6NL, England
Tel: 00 +44(0) 1788 537676
Fax: 00 +44(0) 1788 569996
Email: admin@syringomyelia2007.org
www.theannconroytrust.org.uk
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The University of
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The Society of British Neurosurgeons |
Spine Society of Europe Neurosurgeons |
Rugby School |
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