Spinal Stroke Flashcards
1
Q
Aetiologies?
A
Risk factors - cardiovascular disease risk factors
2
Q
Pathology?
A
Ischaemia of spinal cord portion due to occlusion of a supplying blood vessel
3
Q
Signs and symptoms?
A
Anything spinal cord related, depends on area of loss
UMN signs
Sensory loss
Sphincter tone loss
4
Q
Investigations and Findings?
A
MRI can diagnose - areas of ischaemia seen
5
Q
Management?
A
Early management vital
Surgical repair is an option
6
Q
Complications?
A
Many will not recover
