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queckenstedt's test

 

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Noun queckenstedt's test has 1 sense
  1. Queckenstedt's test - a test to determine whether there is a blockage of the spinal canal
    --1 is a kind of
    diagnostic test, diagnostic assay

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Term: Queckenstedt's Test

Description:

Queckenstedt's Test is a diagnostic procedure used to assess spinal cord abnormalities by measuring changes in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow. It involves the application of pressure to the veins in the neck while monitoring the CSF pressure. This test is primarily used to evaluate conditions such as spinal cord compression, tumors, or other spinal cord abnormalities.

Sample Sentences:

1. During the Queckenstedt's test, the doctor carefully applied pressure to the patient's neck veins to assess the CSF flow.

2. The Queckenstedt's test showed a significant increase in CSF pressure, indicating a possible spinal cord compression.

3. In suspected cases of spinal cord abnormalities, Queckenstedt's test can provide valuable diagnostic information for the healthcare provider.

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