Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

The _____ tract is responsible for pain & temperature sensation

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient that presents with bilateral lower extremity paralysis, loss of pain & temperature sensation with sparing of fine touch, proprioception, & vibration following a motor vehicle accident? _____

Hint: ?diagnosis

_____ is a dilated, fluid-filled, cystic cavity within the central canal of the spinal cord

Resolution of spinal shock is identified when _____

_____ is a spinal cord injury that is seen in occlusion of the anterior spinal artery

Upper motor neuron lesion has _____ which is initial resistance when the limb is moved, followed by sudden, unexpected decrease in resistance

What is the initial imaging for pelvic fractures? _____

What is the gold-standard investigation for pelvic fractures? _____

What is the management of pathological fractures if Mirel scoring system is > 33%? _____

Which anatomical bone fracture has the highest mortality? _____