Spinal Cord Injury Syndromes 2026
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What causes Brown-Sequard syndrome?— Ans: Injury involving
half of the spinal cord, commonly from a GSW or stabbing
wound
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Deficits of Brown-Sequard syndrome— Ans: Loss of motor
function, proprioception, and vibration on ipsilateral side; loss
of pain and temp on opposite side
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What is the prognosis for Brown-Sequard syndrome?— Ans:
High likelihood of recovery
What causes Anterior Cord syndrome?— Ans: A flexion injury
of the cervical spine in which a fracture-dislocation of the
cervical vertebrae occurs
Deficits of Anterior Cord syndrome— Ans: Bilateral loss of
motor, pain, temp sensation below the level of injury
What functions are still in tact with Anterior Cord syndrome?—
Ans: Conscious proprioception and vibration below level of
injury (dorsal column)
What is the prognosis for Anterior Cord syndrome?— Ans: Low
chance of recovery
What is the most common incomplete spinal cord injury?—
Ans: Central Cord Syndrome