Selective transfer of nerve to supinator to restore digital extension in central cord syndrome: An anatomical study and a case report.
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DOI: 10.1002/micr.30877
Abstract: BACKGROUND Nerve transfers are increasingly used to restore upper extremity function in patients with spinal cord injury. However, the role of nerve transfers for central cord syndrome is still being established. The purpose of this… read more here.
Keywords: cord syndrome; nerve; central cord; extension ... See more keywords
Numerical investigation of the relative effect of disc bulging and ligamentum flavum hypertrophy on the mechanism of central cord syndrome.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2020.02.008
Abstract: BACKGROUND The pathogenesis of the central cord syndrome is still unclear. While there is a consensus on hyperextension as the main traumatic mechanism leading to this condition, there is yet to be consensus in studies… read more here.
Keywords: flavum hypertrophy; ligamentum flavum; flavum; central cord ... See more keywords
Comparison of outcomes between people with and without central cord syndrome
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DOI: 10.1038/s41393-020-0491-x
Abstract: Study design Retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data. Objective Central cord syndrome (CCS) is reported to have better outcomes than other cervical lesions, especially for ambulation and bladder recovery. However, a formal comparison between patients… read more here.
Keywords: ccs; cord; spinal cord; central cord ... See more keywords
Current Concepts: Central Cord Syndrome
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000000731
Abstract: Central cord syndrome (CCS) represents a clinical phenomenon characterized by disproportionately greater motor impairment of the upper than of the lower extremities, bladder dysfunction. CSS is the most common form of incomplete traumatic spinal cord… read more here.
Keywords: cord; current concepts; central cord; css ... See more keywords
Elderly traumatic central cord syndrome in the United States: a review of management and outcomes.
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DOI: 10.23736/s0390-5616.21.05078-5
Abstract: INTRODUCTION As the incidence of elderly spinal cord injury rises, improved understanding of risk profiles and outcomes is needed. This review summarizes clinical characteristics, management, and outcomes specific to the elderly (≥65-years) with acute traumatic… read more here.
Keywords: cord syndrome; central cord; traumatic central; cord ... See more keywords
The clinical efficacy of anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with ROI-C device vs. plate-cage in managing traumatic central cord syndrome
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DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.1055317
Abstract: Purpose To assess the efficacy and complications of anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) with ROI-C device vs. conventional anterior plate and cage system (APCS) in managing traumatic central cord syndrome (TCCS). Methods A total… read more here.
Keywords: fusion; traumatic central; cord syndrome; roi device ... See more keywords