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== Clinical Presentation == | == Clinical Presentation == | ||
Since the cauda equina nerve roots supply most of the lower extremity (including the pelvic region) sensory and motor innervations, cauda equina syndrome results in multiple motor and sensory signs.<sup>1</sup><br> | |||
The most common signs and symptoms include bilateral sciatica, saddle region anesthesia, loss of bowel and bladder control, bilateral foot weakness, quadriceps weakness, severe back pain.<sup>3</sup> Other signs and symptoms include decreased sensation between the legs, buttocks, or feet. <sup>2</sup> | |||
== Diagnostic Procedures == | == Diagnostic Procedures == | ||
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Cauda equina syndrome can be caused by a number of etiologies but the most common include compressive etiologies such as a herniated lumbosacral disc, spinal stenosis, and spinal neoplasm. Non-compressive causes include ishemia, infection, and inflammatory conditions. 1
Ruptured disc, tumor, or fracture can also lead to Cauda equina syndrome. 2
Clinical Presentation[edit | edit source]
Since the cauda equina nerve roots supply most of the lower extremity (including the pelvic region) sensory and motor innervations, cauda equina syndrome results in multiple motor and sensory signs.1
The most common signs and symptoms include bilateral sciatica, saddle region anesthesia, loss of bowel and bladder control, bilateral foot weakness, quadriceps weakness, severe back pain.3 Other signs and symptoms include decreased sensation between the legs, buttocks, or feet. 2
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