Cauda Equina Flashcards
1
Q
What is the pathophysiology of Cauda Equina syndrome?
A
compression of nerve roots from L1/2 down to sacral roots
2
Q
How is Cauda Equina syndrome caused?
A
Bleeding
Trauma
Disc proplapse
3
Q
List some clinical features of Cauda Equina Syndrome…
A
Lower back pain sciatica numbness in legs bilateral leg pain/weakness loss of bladder/bowel control saddle area numbness
4
Q
What investigations are done for Cauda Equina Syndrome?
A
emergency MRI
5
Q
How is Cauda Equina syndrome managed?
A
Disectomy
stabilisation and fusion of vertebrae
