CAUDA EQUINA SYNDROME

Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a serious neurologic condition that describes extreme pressure and swelling of nerves at the bottom of the spinal cord. Whilst Cauda Equina Syndrome is a rare condition, if not treated quickly, the disorder can cause serious... The nerves at the end of the spine can be likened in appearance to a horses tail, hence the term ‘Cauda Equina' which is latin for horses tail. The Cauda Equina contains pairs of nerve roots which extend from the spinal cord into the back of each leg. The Cauda Equina nerves affect the bowel, bladder, pelvis and lower limbs. Cauda Equina Syndrome is a surgical emergency. Nerves located in the lumbar region of the spinal canal are severely compressed which can lead to bowel, bladder and sexual dysfunction, pain and mobility difficulties... Caudaequinasyndrome.org.uk is a national information and network resource based in the UK, provided by Bridge McFarland LLP to share information with those affected by cauda equina syndrome.

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