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Syringomyelia
Alternate Names : Syrinx
DefinitionSyringomyelia is damage to the spinal cord, caused by a formation of a fluid-filled cavity within the cord.
Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Syringomyelia is caused by a formation of a fluid-filled cavity within the spinal cord. This fluid build-up may be a result of spinal cord trauma, tumors of the spinal cord, or congenital defects.
The cavity most often begins in the neck area. It expands slowly, causing progressive damage to the spinal cord due to the pressure exerted by the fluid. Symptoms result from the spinal cord damage.
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• Definition
• Syringomyelia Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Syringomyelia Symptoms & Signs
• Syringomyelia Prevention
• Syringomyelia Diagnosis & Tests
• Syringomyelia Treatment
• Syringomyelia Prognosis
• Syringomyelia Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Spinal Cord Trauma
Tests & Exams
• Lumbosacral Spine CT
• Lumbosacral Spine X-Ray
• Spine MRI
Other Topics
• Movement - Uncoordinated
• Muscle Atrophy
• Muscle Cramps
• Muscle Function Loss
• Numbness and Tingling
• Rashes
• Weakness
Review Date : 7/28/2002
Reviewed By : Elaine T. Kiriakopoulos, M.D., MSc, Department of Neurology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard University, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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