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How Long Can Cauda Equina Go Untreated?
Cauda equina syndrome requires emergency treatment, but the 48-hour timeframe often discussed can be misleading. What matters most is whether treatment occurs before the condition progresses from incomplete cauda equina syndrome (CESI) to the more advanced stage with urinary retention (CESR). Understanding the early warning signs and the critical window for intervention can make the difference between recovery and permanent disability.
JMW Solicitors LLP