5 Questions
What is the collection of spinal nerves formed after the spinal cord tapers out?
Cauda equina
What segment of the spinal cord is defined as the spinal segment from L4 or L5 to S2?
Epiconus
What is the general definition of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)?
Damage to the spinal cord causing temporary or permanent changes in its function
Which type of injury is damage to the body caused by external force, such as accidents, falls, hits, and weapons?
Traumatic injury
What symptoms may include loss of muscle function, sensation, or autonomic function in the parts of the body served by the spinal cord below the level of the injury?
Loss of muscle function, sensation, or autonomic function
Learn about the spinal cord injury, including its anatomy, types of lesions, clinical presentation, assessment, and more. Gain insights into the causes and understand the significance of ascending and descending tracts.
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