Brown - Sequard Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
Aetiologies?
A
Trauma Neoplasia Ischaemia Degenerative disease Demyelinating disease Infection
2
Q
Pathology?
A
Partial/full hemisection causing a combination dorsal column, spinothalamic tract and corticospinal tract lesions
3
Q
Signs and symptoms?
A
Ipsilateral UMN signs in lower sections
Ipsilateral proprioception/vibration loss in lower sections
Contralateral pain/temperature loss
4
Q
Investigations and Findings?
A
MRI/CT - will show area and extent of trauma, ischaemia, neoplasia
5
Q
Management?
A
Treatment of infection if applicable
Removal of causative agent if applicable
