Queckenstedt's maneuver
Queckenstedt's maneuver is a medical procedure used to test for the presence of spinal blockages. It was named after the German neurologist Hans Queckenstedt, who first described the procedure in 1916.
Procedure[edit | edit source]
The procedure involves the compression of the jugular veins in the neck while monitoring the pressure in the spinal canal. This is typically done by inflating a blood pressure cuff around the neck to a pressure greater than the patient's systolic blood pressure. The pressure in the spinal canal is then measured using a manometer.
If the pressure in the spinal canal increases rapidly and then decreases rapidly when the compression is released, this is considered a normal response. If the pressure does not increase or decreases slowly, this suggests a blockage in the spinal canal.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Queckenstedt's maneuver is used to diagnose conditions that cause blockages in the spinal canal, such as spinal stenosis, tumors, or herniated discs. It can also be used to assess the patency of the spinal canal prior to procedures such as a lumbar puncture.
Risks[edit | edit source]
As with any medical procedure, Queckenstedt's maneuver carries some risks. These include the risk of injury to the neck or spinal cord, the risk of causing a stroke or heart attack due to the increased pressure in the neck, and the risk of causing a spinal headache due to the increased pressure in the spinal canal.
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