Spinal Cord Injury in the Pediatric Patient

Traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) in pediatrics, although uncommon, can be devastating. Whereas there have been many evidence-based adult trials in SCI management, the data in the pediatric population are limited. Researchers continue to explore both clinical and radiographic guidelines to help bet...

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Published in:Clinical pediatric emergency medicine 2008-06, Vol.9 (2), p.106-123
Main Authors: Mathison, David J., MD, Kadom, Nadja, MD, Krug, Steven E., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
cervical spine clearance
cervical spine injury
Emergency
immobilization
pediatrics
SCIWORA
seat belt syndrome
spinal cord injury
spinal fracture
steroids
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Summary:Traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) in pediatrics, although uncommon, can be devastating. Whereas there have been many evidence-based adult trials in SCI management, the data in the pediatric population are limited. Researchers continue to explore both clinical and radiographic guidelines to help better identify potential SCI without adding significant cost burden or potentially deleterious radiation. Treatment options, although promising, remain limited in clinical practice.
ISSN:1522-8401
1558-2310
DOI:10.1016/j.cpem.2008.03.002