2020 AANS From Cranial to Spine: An Overview of Neurosurgical Topics for the Advanced Practitioner - General Session Archive 9/4-Spinal Cord Injury evaluation and treatment

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Video Summary

In the video, Dr. Prasad discusses various topics related to spinal cord injury evaluation and management. He mentions the different types of spinal cord injuries, such as complete (ASIA-A), incomplete (ASIA-B, C, D), and intact (ASIA-E). He also talks about the importance of prompt immobilization and evaluation in the pre-hospital setting. Dr. Prasad explains the principles of non-operative treatment, including the use of braces and collars to stabilize the spine. He also discusses the surgical management options, such as anterior and posterior approaches, for different types of spinal cord injuries. Dr. Prasad emphasizes the importance of preventing secondary injury and maximizing neurological recovery. He also touches on specific types of spinal fractures, such as odontoid fractures, facet dislocations, burst fractures, and central cord syndrome. The video provides an overview of the management principles and highlights the decision-making process in treating spinal cord injuries.

Keywords

spinal cord injury

evaluation

management

complete spinal cord injury

incomplete spinal cord injury

intact spinal cord injury

pre-hospital evaluation

non-operative treatment