How Is Spinal Cord Function Measured in Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy? A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM) is a prevalent condition in which spinal degeneration causes cord compression and neurological dysfunction. The spinal cord is anatomically complex and operates in conjunction with the brain, the musculoskeletal system, and numerous organs to control numerous functions, including simple and coordinated movement, sensation, and autonomic functions. As a result, accurate and comprehensive measurement of spinal cord function in patients with DCM and other spinal pathologies is challenging. This project aimed to summarize the neurological, functional, and quality of life (QoL) outcome measures currently in use to quantify impairment in DCM. A systematic review of the literature was performed to identify prospective studies with at least 100 DCM subjects t

SUBMITTER: Soufi KH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8910882 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature