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Ischaemic lumbosacral plexopathy in acute vascular compromise: case report
Paraplegia
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Anterior spinal artery syndrome (ASAS) can cause spinal cord injury (SCI) after aortic surgery. Differentiating ASAS from ischemic lumbosacral plexopathy is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Vascular Surgery
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Background:
- Anterior spinal artery syndrome (ASAS) is a known complication of thoracoabdominal aortic surgery, leading to spinal cord injury (SCI).
- The clinical presentation of ASAS can be variable, often presenting as incomplete deficits.
- Distinguishing ASAS from other conditions like ischemic lumbosacral plexopathy can be challenging, especially in polytrauma patients.