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TRANSVERSE MYELITIS - Coggle Diagram
TRANSVERSE MYELITIS
Definition
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Causes motor, sensory, and autonomic dysfunction
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Investigations
MRI spine: cord inflammation, hyperintense lesions
Lumbar puncture: ↑ WBC, ↑ protein, oligoclonal bands
Blood tests: autoimmune, infectious screen
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Examination Findings
UMN signs below lesion (↑ tone, ↑ reflexes)
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Loss of pain, temperature, proprioception
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Risk Factors
Autoimmune disorders (MS, SLE, NMOSD)
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Viral infections (e.g. HSV, EBV)
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