Acute cauda equina syndrome. Diagnostic advantage of MRI.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Speed and completeness are vital in the radiographic evaluation of an acute cauda equina syndrome presentation to maximize its resolution with rapid appropriate surgical intervention. Magnetic resonance imaging provides the optimal method for non-invasive evaluation.
Medical subject headings
- Cauda Equina
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Nerve Compression Syndromes
Anatomy
- lumbar spine