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Brain stem (predisposing factors (spinal cord tumor, spinal cord trauma,…
Brain stem
predisposing factors
spinal cord tumor
spinal cord trauma
craniocervical junction abnormalities
Pathophysiology
syrinx result from lesion flow of cerebrospinal fluid
syringomyelia is paramedian that begin in cervical area
syringobulia is rare and occurs as slitlike gap within brain stem
Nursing care
apply cool compress on head
administer analgesia
assess anxiety level
Symptoms
flaccid weakness of hands
capelike distribution over back and neck
Treatment
surgery
open flow of cerebrospinal fluid
Definition
fluid filled cavity within spinal cord
Diagnostic test
MRI