Question

Syringomyelia results in bilateral loss of pain and temperature sensation in a 'cape-like' distribution. What is the characteristic distribution of pain and temperature loss in Syringomyelia?

1) Unilateral loss of pain and temperature sensation
2) Loss of pain and temperature sensation in the lower limbs
3) Loss of pain and temperature sensation in the upper limbs
4) Bilateral loss of pain and temperature sensation in a 'cape-like' distribution

Answer 1

Syringomyelia results in bilateral loss of pain and temperature sensation in a 'cape-like' distribution.

Step-by-step explanation:

Syringomyelia results in bilateral loss of pain and temperature sensation in a 'cape-like' distribution. This means that the characteristic distribution of pain and temperature loss in Syringomyelia is option 4) Bilateral loss of pain and temperature sensation in a 'cape-like' distribution.