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Br J Neurosurg
; 16(4): 370-2, 2002 Aug.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-12389890
ABSTRACT
A case report of a patient who developed cauda equina syndrome following pelvic traction for acute sciatica is presented. A good outcome was obtained with prompt surgical decompression. This case illustrates the potential dangers of traction, which is frequently employed in the management of acute back pain.