Spinal Cord Syndromes Flashcards

1
Q

polio path

A

LMNs lesioned

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2
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polio sx

A

flaccid paralysis
areflexia
fasciculations (early)
muscle atrophy (late)

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3
Q

floppy baby associated w/…

A

polio?

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4
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tabes dorsalis mech

A

neuro syph

progressive demyelinating disease

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5
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tabes dorsalis path

A
demyelinate heavily myelinated (Ia, Ib, A-beta)
lesion DC (more common in lumbar - only FG)
A-delta may demyelinate too --> pain
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6
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tabes dorsalis sx

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paresthesias, pain, polyuria
romberg sign
suppressed muscle stretch reflexes

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