Myelopathy
Pronunciation: /ˈɛmˈjɛˈɫoʊˈpɑˈðaɪ/
Myelopathy (noun)
- A condition where the spinal cord is harmed, causing problems with movement, feeling, or control of the body.
- A general term for symptoms that happen when the spinal cord does not work properly due to disease or injury.
Examples
- Myelopathy can result from spinal cord damage.
- Spinal cord damage may cause myelopathy.