Central Cord Syndrome

Neurosurg Clin N Am. 2017 Jan;28(1):41-47. doi: 10.1016/j.nec.2016.08.002. Epub 2016 Nov 1.

Abstract

Central cord syndrome is a common spinal cord injury. The purpose of this review article is to provide an overview of the anatomy, pathophysiology, prognosis, and management of this disorder.

Keywords: Central cord syndrome; Management; Pathophysiology; Spinal cord injury.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Central Cord Syndrome / diagnosis*
  • Central Cord Syndrome / epidemiology
  • Central Cord Syndrome / surgery
  • Central Cord Syndrome / therapy*
  • Conservative Treatment
  • Humans
  • Incidence
  • Prevalence
  • Prognosis