Long-Term Complications of Chronic Traumatic Paraplegia: An Experience from Pakistan

This study investigates the long-term complications and quality of life for individuals with chronic traumatic paraplegia, a condition resulting in paralysis of the lower body due to spinal cord injury. The research highlights that traumatic paraplegia is a permanent disability associated with a high morbidity rate, primarily due to recurrent urinary tract infections and pressure sores. The study emphasizes the importance of prevention, early detection, and timely intervention to manage potential complications in paraplegic patients.

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  Falls were identified as the most common cause of paraplegia in the studied population, accounting for 57.7% of cases.
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  All patients experienced urinary tract infections and related complications, such as chronic renal failure, renal/bladder stones, and epididymo-orchitis.
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  A significant number of patients (46.1%) had persistent and recurrent pressure sores, indicating challenges in managing this complication.