Spine and Back

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Introduction

 

 

 

Anatomy

It can be useful to think of the spine in sections - cervical, thoracic and lumbosacral, and sacroiliac

 

 

Sciatica and cauda equina syndrome

If it appears more than one nerve root is affected, it can be serious condition.

can be accomapied by incontinence and loss of genital sensation

Disk herniation is a painful but benign condition. Surgery can be elective.

 

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Function

 

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Cell Biology

 

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Development

 

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Resources and References

 

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Topic Development

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