Tarlov Cyst Institute

The Tarlov Cyst Institute at Research Medical Center is dedicated to offering quality care to patients with all forms of symptomatic Tarlov cysts and other meningeal cysts.

Tarlov cysts can cause painful compression of the spinal nerve roots and bone erosion, most commonly in the sacrum. This can result in disabling tailbone and leg pain, weakness, numbness, and even bowel and bladder dysfunction.

At the Tarlov Cyst Institute, we have assembled a multidisciplinary team to provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity for patient education, diagnosis, and definitive Tarlov cyst and meningeal cyst treatment. We have extensive experience, having treated more than 100 patients from throughout the United States, North and South America, the Caribbean, and Europe.

Having seen such a wide spectrum of patients with different forms and numbers of Tarlov cysts, we are in a unique position to offer hope for even the most complicated cases. Through the use of innovative microsurgical techniques and cutting-edge equipment, our caring and experienced staff has created a setting for the best possible outcomes.

Our goal at the Tarlov Cyst Institute is not only to help patients who come for treatment of their disabling symptoms, but also to further their cause by increasing the understanding of this rare disease for the betterment of patients who are suffering all over the world.

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