Anterior Spinal Artery Syndrome

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Anterior spinal artery syndrome

Anterior spinal artery

Vascular myelopathy

Posterior spinal artery syndrome

Spinal cord injury

Dissociated sensory loss

Foix-Alajouanine syndrome

List of MeSH codes (C10)

Artery of Adamkiewicz

Medial medullary syndrome

List of syndromes

List of MeSH codes (C14)

Transverse myelitis

Conus medullaris

Long thoracic nerve

Headbanging

Gastrocnemius muscle

Charles Foix

Cervical vertebrae

Spinal cord stroke

Scalene muscles

Pectus excavatum

Fascial compartments of arm

Retrolisthesis

Pons

Sympathetic trunk

Flexor carpi ulnaris muscle

Medulla oblongata

Harlequin syndrome

Levator ani

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Spinal cord

Neural tube defect

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Outline of the human brain

List of OMIM disorder codes

Dromedary

Thalamus

Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy

Glucocorticoid

Thoracic diaphragm

Neurosyphilis

Superior mesenteric artery syndrome

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Toothache

Amitriptyline

Nutcracker syndrome

Surgery for the dysfunctional sacroiliac joint

Cerebrospinal fluid

List of ICD-9 codes 740-759: congenital anomalies

Dura mater

Coronary5

• In July 2002, a man aged 56 years from Louisiana with a history of hypertension and coronary artery disease was hospitalized with a 4-day history of fever, vomiting, and painless asymmetric leg weakness. (cdc.gov)
• Various other serious coronary heart diseases are caused due to the narrowing of the lumen of the three major arteries- the Circumflex, RCA (right coronary artery), LAD (Left Anterior Descending artery. (designsages.in)
• We report a successful treatment of the first reported case of Guillaine-Barre Syndrome (GBS) detected post Off Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (OPCAB). (scirp.org)
• We present below the first case of GBS after Off Pump Coronary Artery Bypass (OPCAB) surgery reported in literature. (scirp.org)
• He was referred here for Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery. (scirp.org)

Vertebral6

• There are usually 2 but sometimes no radicular arteries contributing to the cervical cord supply at each vertebral level. (radsource.us)
• The radicular arteries arise as spinal branches from the posterior inferior cerebellar, vertebral, deep cervical, intercostal and lumbar arteries and enter the spinal canal through the neural foramina. (radsource.us)
• The anterior spinal artery is formed as a confluence of branches of the intracranial vertebral arteries and descends along the length of the cord near or in the anterior median fissure (or sulcus). (radsource.us)
• The paired posterior spinal arteries originate either as branches of the vertebral arteries or the posterior inferior cerebellar arteries along the dorsal aspect of the caudal brainstem. (radsource.us)
• The anterior spinal artery (arrow) forms as a confluence of branches from the intracranial vertebral arteries and descends on the ventral surface of the spinal cord in the anterior median sulcus. (radsource.us)
• A constellation of neurological features, resulting from stroke in the vertebral or posterior inferior cerebellar artery of the brain stem, constitute Wallenberg syndrome [4]. (juniperpublishers.com)

Ventral2

• Ischemia or infarction of the spinal cord in the distribution of the anterior spinal artery, which supplies the ventral two-thirds of the spinal cord. (nih.gov)
• This can occur due to damage to the cord itself or the artery that runs along its ventral aspect. (medictests.com)

Dissection1

• This condition is usually associated with ATHEROSCLEROSIS of the aorta and may result from dissection of an AORTIC ANEURYSM or rarely dissection of the anterior spinal artery. (nih.gov)

Stenosis4

• Chronic radiculopathy can progress over time from bone spurs and spinal stenosis. (medictests.com)
• MRI of the spine revealed mild cervical spinal stenosis and homogeneous enhancement of the cauda equina consistent with meningitis. (cdc.gov)
• and spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the spinal column that puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. (oneoakmedical.com)
• Osteoarthritis of the spine can lead to lost flexibility, bone spurs (osteophytes), irritated nerves, spinal stenosis, and sciatica. (oneoakmedical.com)

Thoracic4

• Anterior spinal artery syndrome caused by thoracic disc herniation. (cornell.edu)
•  Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a broad term that refers to compression of the neurovascular structures in the area just above the first rib and behind the clavicle. (slideshare.net)
• Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a syndrome involving compression at the superior thoracic outlet[1] resulting from excess pressure placed on a neurovascular bundle passing between the anterior scalene and middle scalene muscles. (oneoakmedical.com)
• The primary causes for IMN in the arm include any problem that causes a hypercoagulable state, as well as thoracic outlet obstruction (with angiographic confirmation), trauma or laceration of the brachial artery, intra-arterial injection, and cellulitis. (medscape.com)

Stroke4

• K Govathi N, Akanksha G, Sushant B, Arun G. Recovery of Deglutition Disorder in Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery Stroke-A Case Reports. (juniperpublishers.com)
• Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery stroke is most commonly seen with dysphagia, dysarthria, and gait problems. (juniperpublishers.com)
• The patients was clinically diagnosed with a acute ischemic stroke with left posterior inferior cerebellar artery infarct .Clinical dysphagia bed side evaluation was done along with FEES test and graded with level1 based on their National Outcome Measurements system (NOMS). (juniperpublishers.com)
• Depending on the clinical presentation, vascular studies that detect acute arterial occlusion may be useful, while in confusing clinical situations, imaging studies sometimes are necessary to rule out upper motor neuron problems (eg, stroke, spinal cord injury). (medscape.com)

Infarction4

• BACKGROUND: Back pain is common in the gravid population and spinal cord infarction (SCI) or chronic osteomyelitis are exceptionally rare underlying causes of back pain in this population. (bvsalud.org)
• The Owl's Eyes Sign has been used as a descriptive term in several reports since the advent of MR imaging and is most often thought of as a sign of cord infarction following occlusion of the anterior spinal arteries. (radsource.us)
• In fact it is a non-specific sign and not pathognomonic of infarction but can occur with a number of insults to the spinal cord including remote cord contusion, chronic compressive myelopathy, infection and inflammation. (radsource.us)
• A 70-year-old man was admitted with a history of anterior wall Myocardial Infarction. (scirp.org)

Neural foramina1

• MRI of the cervical spine displayed mild narrowing of the spinal cord and the right neural foramina at the C5-6 level. (cdc.gov)

Symptoms5

• Following cesarean delivery at 36w2d, she developed signs and symptoms of an anterior spinal artery syndrome (ASAS) and had evidence of chronic osteomyelitis at T9-T10 on imaging. (bvsalud.org)
• In contrast to the anterior circulation, several differences in presenting symptoms, clinical evaluation, diagnostic testing, and management strategy exist presenting a challenge to the treating physician. (juniperpublishers.com)
• Decreased blood flow to these areas is thought to interfere with their development and result in the signs and symptoms of caudal regression syndrome. (medlineplus.gov)
• I specialise in the elective diagnosis and management of lower back, neck, arms and legs symptoms as a result of degenerative spinal conditions, as well as the urgent or emergency treatments for spinal fractures, infections and tumours. (spirehealthcare.com)
• Tumor Flare Phenomenon: Transient worsening of tumor symptoms may occur during the first few weeks of treatment with ZOLADEX, which may include ureteral obstruction and spinal cord compression. (nih.gov)

Cauda5

• 3. Posterior epidural migration of an extruded lumbar disc fragment causing cauda equina syndrome. (nih.gov)
• 10. Posterior epidural migration of a lumbar disc fragment causing cauda equina syndrome: case report and review of the relevant literature. (nih.gov)
• 12. [Posterior migration of a lumbar disc herniation as a cause of cauda equina syndrome]. (nih.gov)
• 16. Lumbar Arthroplasty Core Herniation Presenting With Cauda Equina Syndrome: Case Report of a Rare Complication. (nih.gov)
• 19. Lumbar artery pseudoaneurysm: a rare case of delayed onset incomplete cauda equina syndrome following transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion. (nih.gov)

Disc herniation1

• 17. Posterior epidural disc herniation at L3-L4 mimicking a spinal tumor: a case report. (nih.gov)

Clinical4

• Due to compact placement of nuclei and tracts in the lateral aspect of the medulla, clinical features of Wallenberg syndrome result due to abnormalities in the vestibulo-cerebellar, sensory, bulbar, respiratory, and autonomic systems [5,6]. (juniperpublishers.com)
• This report describes six cases of WNV-associated AFP in which clinical and electrophysiologic findings suggest a pathologic process involving anterior horn cells and motor axons similar to that seen in acute poliomyelitis. (cdc.gov)
• To thoroughly describe the clinical, laboratory, and electrodiagnostic features of this paralysis syndrome, we evaluated acute flaccid paralysis that developed in seven patients in the setting of acute WNV infection, consecutively identified in four hospitals in St. Tammany Parish and New Orleans, Louisiana, and Jackson, Mississippi. (cdc.gov)
• Clinical and electrodiagnostic data suggested the involvement of spinal anterior horn cells, resulting in a poliomyelitis-like syndrome. (cdc.gov)

Dorsal3

• The posterior spinal arteries supply the posterior one third of the cord, particularly the posterior horns of gray matter, providing collateral circulation to the dorsal and lateral funiculi and the intermediate gray matter 3 . (radsource.us)
• The lateral region of the medulla oblongata presents the anterior lateral sulcus ventrally and the posterior lateral sulcus in the dorsal aspect. (juniperpublishers.com)
• Some sufferers don't have any cated at any degree along the neuraxis, from the dorsal ache at rest but endure from evoked ache, paresthesias, horn of the spinal twine to the cerebral cortex. (ehd.org)

Occlusion1

• Balloon test occlusion of the internal carotid artery with hypotensive challenge. (ajnr.org)

Injury7

• Any trauma to any part of the spinal cord can cause an injury, ranging from minor to life-ending. (larryhparker.com)
• Read on to learn the basics of spinal cord injuries and then contact The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker at 800-333-0000 if you require the help of a personal injury attorney. (larryhparker.com)
• When we sue the at-fault party for your spinal cord injury, we will bring in medical experts who can go over your specific injury and determine the appropriate damages to offer. (larryhparker.com)
• One expert has found that the average lifetime cost of a spinal cord injury starts at $700,000 and goes up to $3 million, depending on how serious the injury was and the age of the victim at the time of the accident. (larryhparker.com)
• If you have suffered a spinal cord injury and want to hold the at-fault party responsible, contact The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker at 800-333-0000 for a free legal consultation. (larryhparker.com)
• The pathophysiology of spinal cord injury is based around the disruption of axons or cell bodies within the cord. (medictests.com)
• 20-70% of those with spinal cord injury above T6 develop autonomic dysreflexia (hyperreflexia), which is loss of normal autonomic responses for heart rate and vascular tone. (medictests.com)

Posterior9

• Posterior Cord Syndrome. (larryhparker.com)
• The majority of the blood supply to the spinal cord is from medullary branches of radicular arteries (sometimes called the radiculomedullary arteries) with lesser supply from the single anterior spinal artery and dual posterior spinal arteries. (radsource.us)
• By definition radicular arteries follow the nerve roots ventrally and dorsally and give rise to the medullary arteries which form a circumferential pial plexus indirectly connecting the anterior and posterior spinal arteries. (radsource.us)
• The peripheral white matter is referred to as the anterior, lateral and posterior funiculi. (radsource.us)
• The posterior spinal arteries descend along the cord in the posterolateral sulci. (radsource.us)
• It is also called as lateral medullary syndrome or posterior inferior cerebellar artery syndrome. (juniperpublishers.com)
• 1. Posterior epidural disc fragment masquerading as spinal tumor: Review of the literature. (nih.gov)
• 6. Posterior Epidural Migration of a Lumbar Intervertebral Disc Fragment Resembling a Spinal Tumor: A Case Report. (nih.gov)
• 15. Posterior and anterior epidural and intradural migration of the sequestered intervertebral disc: Three cases and review of the literature. (nih.gov)

Myelopathy1

• Cervical myelopathy secondary to Hunter syndrome in an adult. (ajnr.org)

Brachial2

• The brachial plexus (95%), subclavian vein (4%), and subclavian artery (1%) are affected. (slideshare.net)
• Contains subclavian artery, vein & 3 cords of brachial plexus  The retropectoralis space lies inferior to the coracoid process beneath the pectoralis minor tendon. (slideshare.net)

Carotid1

• Endovascular therapy of intractable epistaxis complicated by carotid artery occlusive disease. (ajnr.org)

Plexus1

• These dual vessels are variable in size and form frequent anastomoses with the medullary arteries via the pial plexus. (radsource.us)

Horner's1

• Ipsilateral Horner's syndrome (miosis, ptosis, and anhidrosis) occurs when damage to descending sympathetic fibers occurs. (juniperpublishers.com)

Caudal11

• Caudal regression syndrome is a disorder that impairs the development of the lower (caudal) half of the body. (medlineplus.gov)
• People with caudal regression syndrome can also have an abnormal side-to-side curvature of the spine ( scoliosis ). (medlineplus.gov)
• Individuals with caudal regression syndrome may have small hip bones with a limited range of motion. (medlineplus.gov)
• Abnormalities in the genitourinary tract in caudal regression syndrome are extremely varied. (medlineplus.gov)
• Caudal regression syndrome is estimated to occur in 1 to 2.5 per 100,000 newborns. (medlineplus.gov)
• Caudal regression syndrome is a complex condition that may have different causes in different people. (medlineplus.gov)
• One risk factor for the development of caudal regression syndrome is the presence of diabetes in the mother. (medlineplus.gov)
• It is thought that increased blood sugar (glucose) levels and other metabolic problems related to diabetes may have a harmful effect on a developing fetus, increasing the likelihood of developing caudal regression syndrome. (medlineplus.gov)
• Caudal regression syndrome also occurs in infants of non-diabetic mothers, so researchers are trying to identify other factors that contribute to the development of this complex disorder. (medlineplus.gov)
• Some researchers believe that a disruption of fetal development around day 28 of pregnancy causes caudal regression syndrome. (medlineplus.gov)
• Other researchers think that caudal regression syndrome results from the presence of an abnormal artery in the abdomen, which diverts blood flow away from the lower areas of the developing fetus. (medlineplus.gov)

Weakness1

• Recognition that such weakness may be of spinal origin may prevent inappropriate treatment and diagnostic testing. (cdc.gov)

Compartment Syndrome2

• Occasionally, compartment pressure measurements are indicated immediately following ischemia if there is a concomitant compartment syndrome. (medscape.com)
• In cases of acute thrombosis or compartment syndrome, surgical intervention may be beneficial. (medscape.com)

Trauma1

• A massive trauma that somehow spares the spinal vertebra can still cause concussion and contusion of the cord contained within. (medictests.com)

Chronic1

• This does not expect the anterior and partly determines the appropriateness of chronic caustic strictures. (reso-nation.org)

Posteriorly1

• this triangle is bordered by  the anterior scalene muscle anteriorly,  the middle scalene muscle posteriorly,  and the first rib inferiorly. (slideshare.net)

Horn3

• Electromyography and nerve-conduction studies (EMG/NCS) were indicative of a severe asymmetric process involving anterior horn cells and/or their axons. (cdc.gov)
• Paralysis caused by the West Nile virus is believed to be the result of anterior horn cells (motor neurons in the lower spinal cord) becoming infected. (naturalnews.com)
• Brief descriptions of six patients have suggested that this flaccid paralysis is due to anterior horn cell involvement with a resultant poliomyelitis-like syndrome ( 7 - 9 ). (cdc.gov)

Laceration1

• Brown-Sequard's syndrome is due to laceration of one half of the spinal cord. (medictests.com)

Nerve roots1

• The spinal nerve roots are immediately peripheral to the spinal cord with which they communicate (afferent and efferent--entering and exiting, respectively). (medictests.com)

Degenerative1

• During my orthopaedic and spinal training I was involved in 728 major spinal procedures including deformities, infections, tumours and degenerative spinal surgery. (spirehealthcare.com)

Central cord syn2

• Central cord syndrome is the most common partial deficit, hyperextension injuries and hyperflexion injuries (whiplash) are common causes. (medictests.com)
• With central cord syndrome, there is a highly variable sensory loss. (medictests.com)

Disorders2

• A microsurgical anterior cervical approach with discectomy and fusion (MACDF) is one of the most widely used procedures for treating radicular disorders. (ruralneuropractice.com)
• Cervical spine pain is one of the most common complaints from patients with spinal disorders. (ruralneuropractice.com)

Radiculopathy1

• 13. Recurrent radiculopathy caused by epidural gas after spinal surgery: report of four cases and literature review. (nih.gov)

Canal1

• Over time, the normal wear-and-tear effects of aging can lead to a narrowing of the spinal canal. (oneoakmedical.com)

Abnormalities1

• The spinal abnormalities may affect the size and shape of the chest, leading to breathing problems in some individuals. (medlineplus.gov)

Adult1

• Although embryologically there are 31 pairs of radicular arteries to match the 31 pairs of spinal roots, in the adult neither symmetry, size or the number of radicular arteries is consistent, creating tremendous variability in identifiable "feeders" to the cord. (radsource.us)

Damage1

• In spinal shock conduction in the cord is impeded by swelling and neuronal damage due to loss of potassium in the cord cells into the extracellular fluid, which reduces nerve transmission. (medictests.com)

Hernias1

• Total of 75% of symptomatic disk hernias are found in 30- to 50-year-old patients and neurological disability due to osteoarthrosis is predominant in patients over 50 years of age, with cervical spondylosis being the most common cause of spinal cord and nerve root compression. (ruralneuropractice.com)

Infection3

• Acute WNV infection also has been associated with acute flaccid paralysis (AFP) attributed to a peripheral demyelinating process (Guillain-Barré Syndrome [GBS]) ( 3 ), or to an anterior myelitis ( 4 ). (cdc.gov)
• Less frequently, acute WNV infection has been associated with acute flaccid paralysis, which has been attributed to Guillain-Barré syndrome, motor axonopathy, or axonal polyneuropathy ( 4 - 6 ). (cdc.gov)
• Guillaine-Barre Syndrome (GBS), also known as acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy and Landry's Ascending Paralysis is often preceded by an infection that is believed to evoke an immune response. (scirp.org)

Rarely1

• Usually there are 7-8, often 6-10 and rarely only 2 medullary branches arising from the radicular arteries. (radsource.us)

Lesions1

• Subcortical white matter lesions in osmotic demyelination syndrome. (ajnr.org)

Paralysis1

• Spinal shock does not imply permanent paralysis has occurred. (medictests.com)

Commonly1

• The prone position is commonly used in certain surgical procedures and to improve oxygenation in mechanically ventilated patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). (lww.com)

Disorder1

• Deglutition disorder was clinically more severe in patients with PICA syndrome than in other groups. (juniperpublishers.com)

Diagnosis2

• He was admitted with a diagnosis of postviral demyelination syndrome and treated with antimicrobial medication, IVIG, and dexamethasone. (cdc.gov)
• A spinal tap and a nerve conduction velocity (NCV) test can aid diagnosis. (scirp.org)