"Spinal Subarachnoid Space Pressure Measurements in an in Vitro Spinal Stenosis Model: Implications on Syringomyelia Theories" by Bryn A. Martin

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Spinal Subarachnoid Space Pressure Measurements in an in Vitro Spinal Stenosis Model: Implications on Syringomyelia Theories

Journal of Biomechanical Engineering

Bryn A. Martin, The University of Akron, Main campus
Richard Labuda
Thomas J. Royston
John N Oshinski
Bermans Iskandar
Francis Loth, The University of Akron, Main Campus

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Publication Date

11-1-2010

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Abstract

Full explanation for the pathogenesis of syringomyelia (SM), a neuropathology characterized by the formation of a cystic cavity (syrinx) in the spinal cord (SC), has not yet been provided. It has been hypothesized that abnormal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) pressure, caused by subarachnoid space (SAS) flow blockage (stenosis), is an underlying cause of syrinx formation and subsequent pain in the patient.

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Bryn A. Martin, Richard Labuda, Thomas J. Royston, John N Oshinski, et al.. "Spinal Subarachnoid Space Pressure Measurements in an in Vitro Spinal Stenosis Model: Implications on Syringomyelia Theories" Journal of Biomechanical Engineering Vol. 132 Iss. 11 (2010) p. 11007 - 11007
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