Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

Cauda equina syndrome presents with _____ then develops into overflow incontinence

Hint: initial bladder symptom

On examination cauda equina syndrome presents with _____ anal sphincter tone

Hint: ↓/↑

Meniere's disease is also known as _____

What is the investigation for cauda equina syndrome? _____

Conus medullaris syndrome has a(n) _____ onset of bowel/bladder dysfunction compared to cauda equina syndrome

Hint: earlier/later

Meniere's disease can cause _____ nystagmus which can be suppressed by visual fixation

Hint: Horizontal/Vertical

Cauda equina syndrome may be associated with "_____"

Hint: sensory deficit

What is the management for cauda equina syndrome? _____

_____ refers to the collection of nerve roots located distal to the termination of the spinal cord

The most common cause of cauda equina is _____