학술논문
Cauda equina syndrome versus saddle embolism
Document Type
Academic Journal
Author
Source
Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Sep 01, 2008 90(6):W1-W3
Subject
Language
English
ISSN
0035-8843
Abstract
We discuss a case of saddle embolism with a clinical presentation similar to cauda equina syndrome in a 79-year-old woman with a history of ischaemic heart disease. Saddle embolus is very rare but one of an array of visceral causes for back and leg pain. This case highlights diagnostic difficulties, particularly in patients with multiple disorders. A high index of suspicion for vascular conditions must be exercised in cases of arterial dysfunction presenting with back pain.