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Hereditary spastic paraplegia (Diagnostic procedures (Cerebrospinal fluid…
Hereditary spastic paraplegia
Causes
Inherited faulty gene
Deterioration of the nerves
Definition
A rare inherited disorder that causes weakness and stiffness in the leg muscles
Surgery
Selective dorsal rhizotomy
Diagnostic procedures
Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
EMG
MRI scan
Nerve conduction test
Pathophysiology
The upper motor neurons slowly degenerate so the muscles do not receive correct messages, causing progressive spasticity and weakness of the legs
Nursing management
Administer the medication as prescribed
Teach patient about hereditary disorder
Ensure that the patient receives physical therapy
Pharmacotherapy
Tizadine
Baclofen
Botox injections
Clinical manifestations
Weakness in legs
Lack of sensation in the feet
Spasticity
Urgency to urinate