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Which of the following is a common cause of Cauda Equina syndrome?
Which of the following is a common cause of Cauda Equina syndrome?
What are the symptoms of Cauda Equina syndrome?
What are the symptoms of Cauda Equina syndrome?
What is the classification of spinal stenosis?
What is the classification of spinal stenosis?
What is the narrowing between the facet of superior articulating process and posterior vertebral margin called?
What is the narrowing between the facet of superior articulating process and posterior vertebral margin called?
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What symptoms may be elicited by neurogenic claudication or impingement of the nerve root?
What symptoms may be elicited by neurogenic claudication or impingement of the nerve root?
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Study Notes
Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Common causes of Cauda Equina syndrome include a herniated disk, tumor, infection, or injury
Symptoms of Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Sudden severe back pain
- Bladder or bowel dysfunction, such as retention or incontinence
- Numbness, weakness, or tingling in the legs, feet, or groin area
- Loss of reflexes in the legs
- Saddle anesthesia, which is the loss of sensation in the thighs, buttocks, and area around the anus
Classification of Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal stenosis can be classified as primary or secondary
- Primary spinal stenosis occurs during birth or childhood, while secondary spinal stenosis is acquired later in life due to degenerative changes
Anatomical Landmarks
- The narrowing between the facet of the superior articulating process and the posterior vertebral margin is called the lateral recess
Neurogenic Claudication and Nerve Root Impingement
- Symptoms elicited by neurogenic claudication or impingement of the nerve root include pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the legs, especially with walking or standing
- Relief from symptoms occurs with rest, sitting, or leaning forward
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Test your knowledge on Cauda Equina and Spinal Stenosis with this quiz. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and complications associated with these conditions.
