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Keywords
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Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD) / Autonomic System Dysfunction Spinal Cord Lesion (SCL) Blood Pressure |
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Target Audience
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Urology, Bowel Dysfunction, Pure and Applied Science, Conservative Management |
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Aims and Objectives
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Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD) is a common complication among patients with Spinal Cord Lesions (SCL) located above the T6 level. Various stimuli below the spinal cord lesion may initiate the onset of AD. In most cases, the phenomenon subsides after removing the initial stimuli. Still, it sometimes is rapidly reactivated and progressively overexpressed causing uncontrolled blood hypertension with the severe danger of stroke or other cardiovascular accidents (CVAs).
The establishment of adequate awareness among the health care providers and individuals with SCL is our main goal which may occur by a deep understanding of the pathophysiology of AD. The proper prevention and management of the syndrome are essential for our patient’s life.
Learning Objectives - Understanding the pathophysiology of Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD)
- Awareness establishment regarding iatrogenic Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD)
- Prevention and management of Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD) episodes
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