cauda equina

GPTKB entity

Statements (16)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:anatomical_structure
gptkbp:associatedCondition gptkb:cauda_equina_syndrome
gptkbp:composedOf spinal nerve roots
gptkbp:contains sacral nerve roots
coccygeal nerve roots
lumbar nerve roots
gptkbp:endDate gptkb:coccyx
gptkbp:extendsTo gptkb:conus_medullaris
gptkbp:function transmits nerve signals to and from lower limbs and pelvic organs
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label cauda equina
gptkbp:location lumbar region
gptkbp:nameOrigin Latin for 'horse's tail'
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:spinal_cord
gptkbp:significance damage can cause paralysis and incontinence
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:spinal_cord
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5