Diagnosis

Cauda Equina Syndrome

Rule in

No rule-in bedside tests yet.

Rule out

No rule-out bedside tests yet.

Associated tests

Bedside tests linked to this diagnosis with no finding rated at least somewhat helpful for ruling it in or out.

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Achilles Deep Tendon Reflex
aka Ankle jerk
Rule in:VHPeripheral Neuropathy, SHHypothyroidism, NHLumbosacral Radiculopathy +5 more
Rule out:VHPeripheral Neuropathy, MHHypothyroidism, NHLumbosacral Radiculopathy +5 more
Digital Rectal ExamMembers
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Digital Rectal Exam
Rule in:VHUpper Gastrointestinal Bleeding, SHProstate Cancer, ICCauda Equina Syndrome +6 more
Rule out:MHProstate Cancer, MHUpper Gastrointestinal Bleeding, NHCauda Equina Syndrome +6 more
Light Touch SensationMembers
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Light Touch Sensation
Rule in:VHCervical Radiculopathy, VHPeripheral Neuropathy, SHLumbosacral Radiculopathy +6 more
Rule out:MHPeripheral Neuropathy, NHCauda Equina Syndrome, NHCervical Radiculopathy +6 more
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Straight Leg Raise
aka Lasègue sign
Rule in:SHLumbosacral Radiculopathy, NHLumbar Disc Herniation, IECauda Equina Syndrome
Rule out:SHLumbar Disc Herniation, NHLumbosacral Radiculopathy, IECauda Equina Syndrome