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The developmental defects are located along the midline neuroaxis, with sinuses in the cervical region being the least common. Congenital dermal sinuses can be associated with intraspinal infection as they act as a direct route from the skin and subcutaneous tissues into the spinal cord.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec><jats:sec>\n                <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                <jats:p>The authors present two cases of cervical dermal sinuses complicated by intramedullary abscess. Both children presented with neurological decline and febrile illness. MRI showed intraspinal abscess. Both underwent prompt surgical excision of the sinus tract, exploration of the cord and intravenous antibiotics.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec><jats:sec>\n                <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                <jats:p>Both patients demonstrated excellent neurological recovery.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec><jats:sec>\n                <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                <jats:p>Complete surgical excision of the sinus and tract in addition to long-term antimicrobials can yield excellent neurological outcomes. At surgery, do not expect to find pus when exploring the intramedullary component. 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