The initial assessment is focused on excluding serious causes of spine pathology that require urgent intervention
a. History: Saddle Anesthesia
Differential Diagnosis
Next Pivotal Assessment | Finding | ||||
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MRI, Emergency* |
*Lumbar spine MRI without contrast is usually appropriate. If there is concern for cancer or infection or if there is history of prior surgery at the site, MRI without and with contrast is recommended. CT with contrast is the alternative exam if MRI is contraindicated.