Cognitive Bias in Action: Delayed Diagnosis of Thoracic Meningioma Mimicking Lumbosacral Radiculopathy-A Case Report.

The highly variable clinical presentations of sciatica, combined with cognitive biases, often lead to misattribution of the underlying pathology responsible for patient symptoms. Such limitations can contribute to significant diagnostic delays. Prioritizing systematic evaluation and maintaining vigilance against biases are critical for ensuring timely diagnosis and improving patient outcomes.