High Paraplegia

High paraplegia is paralysis of both lower limbs (and often trunk) due to a high thoracic or cervical spinal-cord lesion, potentially with respiratory and autonomic involvement depending on level. Causes: trauma, transverse myelitis, tumor. Treatment: treat underlying cause; ICU/respiratory care for high lesions; neurorehabilitation; bladder/bowel/skin care; manage autonomic dysreflexia.

Common Symptoms

Bilateral lower-limb paralysis; trunk sensory/motor level; respiratory/autonomic involvement by level; bladder/bowel dysfunction

Causes and Pathogenesis

High thoracic/cervical cord lesion interrupts descending motor and ascending sensory pathways, producing high paraplegia.

Treatment

Treat cause; respiratory care; neurorehab; bladder/bowel/skin care; manage autonomic dysreflexia

Preventive Measures

Spinal-injury prevention; early rehab; respiratory care.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Neurology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.