Spinal Cord Trauma
Alternate Names : Compression of Spinal Cord, Spinal Cord Compression or Injury
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Spinal Cord Trauma Prognosis (Expectations)
Paralysis and loss of sensation of part of the body are common. This includes total paralysis and/or numbness and varying degrees of movement or sensation loss. Death is possible, particularly if there is paralysis of the breathing muscles.
The level of injury affects the outcome. Injuries near the top of the spine result in more extensive disability (numbness and paralysis, breathing difficulty) than injuries low in the spine.
Recovery of some movement or sensation within one week usually indicates eventual recovery of most function, although this may take six months or more. Losses that remain after six months are more likely to be permanent.
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