We have located links that may give you full text access.
Long-term outcomes of surgical treatment for tethered cord syndrome.
Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques 2004 Februrary
SUMMARY: Surgical outcomes for tethered spinal cord syndrome (TCS) associated with low-lying conus medullaris were evaluated. We investigated the long-term results of untethering the spinal cord and dural plasty in surgical patients with a wide age range. Improvement of bladder dysfunction and suppression of leg deformity progression were noted in two pediatric patients. However, severe urinary dysfunction generally remained postoperatively. Adult patients commonly showed low back or leg pain as clinical manifestations. In seven adult patients, urinary dysfunction also improved. Neurologic findings and urinary deficits showed a favorable improvement mostly in adult TCS in comparison with natal or juvenile onset of TCS. A short duration from onset to surgery and cranial movement of the conus medullaris as assessed by postoperative magnetic resonance imaging were factors indicating a favorable prognosis.
Full text links
Related Resources
Get seemless 1-tap access through your institution/university
For the best experience, use the Read mobile app
All material on this website is protected by copyright, Copyright © 1994-2024 by WebMD LLC.
This website also contains material copyrighted by 3rd parties.
By using this service, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy.
Your Privacy Choices
You can now claim free CME credits for this literature searchClaim now
Get seemless 1-tap access through your institution/university
For the best experience, use the Read mobile app