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Autonomic hyperreflexia

M Amzallag1

  • 1Department of Anesthesiology, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY 11042.

International Anesthesiology Clinics
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary
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Autonomic hyperreflexia, a condition in patients with high spinal cord lesions, involves sudden sympathetic overactivity. Management focuses on removing triggers and using medications or surgery to control symptoms like hypertension and bradycardia.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Cardiology
  • Urology

Background:

  • Autonomic hyperreflexia (AH) is a potentially life-threatening condition.
  • It occurs in individuals with spinal cord injuries above the T7 level.
  • AH is characterized by exaggerated sympathetic nervous system responses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To elucidate the pathophysiology of autonomic hyperreflexia.
  • To outline the clinical presentation and management strategies for AH.
  • To emphasize the importance of understanding AH for successful patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on autonomic hyperreflexia.
  • Analysis of clinical signs and triggers of AH.
  • Evaluation of pharmacological and surgical treatment options.

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Main Results:

  • AH is triggered by stimuli below the level of spinal cord lesion, commonly bladder distention.
  • Key clinical signs include paroxysmal hypertension and bradycardia.
  • Acute management involves stimulus removal and medications like nifedipine or nitroprusside.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding AH pathophysiology is crucial for effective management.
  • Long-term treatment may necessitate surgical intervention.
  • Spinal block anesthesia remains the preferred choice for patients with AH despite technical challenges.