Clinical characteristics, hospital course, and disposition of patients with nontraumatic spinal cord injury in a large private health care system in the United States

This study examines patients with nontraumatic spinal cord injuries (NTSCI) to understand their characteristics and outcomes. The study found that NTSCI patients are often older and have other health issues that impact their recovery. The research aims to help improve the management and post-acute care planning for these patients.

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  Incomplete cervical level injury was the most common injury type, spinal stenosis was the most common diagnostic etiology and central cord syndrome was the most common clinical syndrome.
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  Increased CCI, ICU stay, and hospital-acquired pulmonary complications were associated with poorer outcomes after acute care hospitalization among patients with NTSCI.
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  Falls were the most common hospital-acquired complication