Where is the tip of the conus?

On average, the conus terminates at the middle third of the L1 vertebra but can be located as high as the middle third of the T11 vertebra or as low as the middle third of L3 vertebra.

What is the conus in the spine?

Conus medullaris – The cone-shaped bottom of the spinal cord, usually at the level of L1. Disc (Intervertebral) – A tough, elastic cushion located between the vertebrae in the spinal column; acts as a shock absorber for the vertebrae.

What is a conus lesion?

Intrinsic lesions of the conus medullaris cause compression of the spinal cord as they grow. Conus medullaris metastases release local tumor factors that cause spinal cord edema and metabolic disarray.

What is the conus equina?

The most distal bulbous part of the spinal cord is called the conus medullaris, and its tapering end continues as the filum terminale. Distal to this end of the spinal cord is a collection of nerve roots, which are horsetail-like in appearance and hence called the cauda equina (Latin for horse’s tail).

What is the treatment for conus medullaris?

Depending on its cause, spinal decompression surgery, radiation, and antibiotics can be used to treat the symptoms. In addition, physical therapy is also necessary to regain function.

What part of spine controls bladder?

Your sacral micturition center is an area of the spinal cord at the base of the spine. This is the area of the spinal cord that controls your bladder and sphincter. After spinal shock, your sacral micturition center it might start sending signals on its own to tell the bladder to squeeze.

Is urination sympathetic or parasympathetic?

The sympathetic nervous system regulates the process of urine storage in the bladder. In contrast, the parasympathetic nervous system controls bladder contractions and the passage of urine.

Can neurogenic bladder be cured?

While neurogenic bladder can’t be cured, necessarily, it can most definitely be managed. Most cases of neurogenic bladder can be managed with medication and intermittent catheterization. The minority of children with the condition need major reconstructive surgery.

Is neurogenic claudication an emergency?

It is therefore considered a medical emergency. Treatment for spinal stenosis consists of surgery to relieve the pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots.