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(S34.3) Injury of cauda equina
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42 928 in individuals diagnosis injury of cauda equina confirmed
Diagnosis injury of cauda equina is diagnosed Men are 17.38% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis injury of cauda equina
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis injury of cauda equina
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease injury of cauda equina - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 30-34
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79, 85-89, 95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 80-84, 90-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-94
Disease Features injury of cauda equina
Absence or low individual and public risk
Injury of cauda equina - what does this mean
Cauda equina injury is caused when the lower end of the spinal cord is damaged due to trauma, tumor, or other medical conditions. this can lead to a loss of sensation and movement in the lower extremities, as well as loss of bladder and bowel control.
What happens during the disease - injury of cauda equina
The injury of cauda equina is caused by compression of the nerve roots that make up the cauda equina. this can be due to a herniated disc, a tumor, an abscess, or a fracture of the vertebrae. when the nerve roots are compressed, the nerves can become inflamed and irritated, leading to pain, altered sensation, and loss of motor function. this can result in loss of bladder and bowel control, as well as sexual dysfunction.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Computerized tomography (CT) scan
- Electromyography (EMG)
- Nerve conduction studies
- Myelography
- Discography
- Spinal tap
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce pain and improve function of the cauda equina.
- Physical therapy
- Medication to reduce inflammation and pain
- Epidural steroid injections
- Surgery to repair the injury
- Lumbar traction to relieve pressure on the nerves
- Electrical stimulation to reduce pain
- Neuromodulation therapy
34 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Injury of cauda equina - Prevention
The best way to prevent injury to the cauda equina is to take measures to reduce the risk of trauma to the lower back, such as wearing protective gear when participating in high-risk activities, avoiding activities that require lifting heavy objects, and maintaining good posture while sitting or standing. additionally, regular exercise and stretching can help to strengthen the muscles of the lower back, which can help to reduce the risk of injury.