Patient with Suspected Cauda Equina Syndrome

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ISBN9781009388702
EditoraCambridge University Press
Data de Publicação22/05/2025
Preço (iva excl.)€ 26,32
Imposto€ 1,58
Preço (iva inc.)€ 27,90
Disponibilidade1 unidade em armazém externo

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Cauda equina syndrome is the clinical syndrome seen when there is acute compression of the cauda equina nerve roots and is a rare neurosurgical emergency. The approximate incidence in patients presenting with low back pain is 0.27% but delays in investigation and treatment can result in life-changing permanent disability. The best practice for patients presenting with potential cauda equina syndrome is urgent MRI imaging at the presenting hospital to avoid delays in diagnosis. Patients with a positive finding of cauda equina compression should proceed to decompressive surgery to restore the diameter of the spinal canal urgently to reduce the risk of developing a permanent deficit.