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| name = Truncal ataxia | |||
| image = [[File:CerebellumDiv.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Diagram of the [[cerebellum]], which is involved in truncal ataxia | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Unsteady gait, difficulty maintaining posture | |||
| complications = Increased risk of falls | |||
| onset = Can be sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies depending on cause | |||
| causes = [[Cerebellar disease]], [[multiple sclerosis]], [[alcohol intoxication]], [[stroke]] | |||
| risks = [[Alcohol abuse]], [[genetic disorders]], [[head trauma]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Neurological examination]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Vestibular disorders]], [[peripheral neuropathy]] | |||
| treatment = Depends on underlying cause; may include [[physical therapy]], [[medication]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; some cases improve with treatment, others may be chronic | |||
| frequency = Not well-defined; depends on underlying conditions | |||
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{{Short description|A type of ataxia affecting the trunk of the body}} | {{Short description|A type of ataxia affecting the trunk of the body}} | ||
Truncal ataxia is a neurological condition characterized by a lack of coordination and balance specifically affecting the trunk of the body. It is often associated with dysfunction of the [[cerebellum]], the part of the brain responsible for coordinating voluntary movements and maintaining posture and balance. | Truncal ataxia is a neurological condition characterized by a lack of coordination and balance specifically affecting the trunk of the body. It is often associated with dysfunction of the [[cerebellum]], the part of the brain responsible for coordinating voluntary movements and maintaining posture and balance. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Truncal ataxia can result from a variety of causes, including: | Truncal ataxia can result from a variety of causes, including: | ||
* [[Cerebellar degeneration]] | * [[Cerebellar degeneration]] | ||
* [[Stroke]] | * [[Stroke]] | ||
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* [[Alcohol use disorder]] | * [[Alcohol use disorder]] | ||
* [[Trauma]] to the cerebellum | * [[Trauma]] to the cerebellum | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Individuals with truncal ataxia may exhibit the following symptoms: | Individuals with truncal ataxia may exhibit the following symptoms: | ||
* Difficulty maintaining an upright posture | * Difficulty maintaining an upright posture | ||
* Swaying or unsteady gait | * Swaying or unsteady gait | ||
* Inability to sit or stand without support | * Inability to sit or stand without support | ||
* Frequent falls | * Frequent falls | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
The diagnosis of truncal ataxia typically involves a thorough neurological examination, which may include: | The diagnosis of truncal ataxia typically involves a thorough neurological examination, which may include: | ||
* [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]] of the brain to assess cerebellar structure | * [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]] of the brain to assess cerebellar structure | ||
* [[CT scan]] | * [[CT scan]] | ||
* [[Blood tests]] to rule out metabolic causes | * [[Blood tests]] to rule out metabolic causes | ||
* [[Lumbar puncture]] to examine cerebrospinal fluid | * [[Lumbar puncture]] to examine cerebrospinal fluid | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for truncal ataxia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include: | Treatment for truncal ataxia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include: | ||
* [[Physical therapy]] to improve balance and coordination | * [[Physical therapy]] to improve balance and coordination | ||
* [[Occupational therapy]] | * [[Occupational therapy]] | ||
* Medications to address specific symptoms or underlying conditions | * Medications to address specific symptoms or underlying conditions | ||
* Lifestyle modifications, such as reducing alcohol intake | * Lifestyle modifications, such as reducing alcohol intake | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for individuals with truncal ataxia varies depending on the cause and severity of the condition. Some individuals may experience significant improvement with treatment, while others may have persistent symptoms. | The prognosis for individuals with truncal ataxia varies depending on the cause and severity of the condition. Some individuals may experience significant improvement with treatment, while others may have persistent symptoms. | ||
==See also== | |||
== | |||
* [[Cerebellar ataxia]] | * [[Cerebellar ataxia]] | ||
* [[Cerebellum]] | * [[Cerebellum]] | ||
* [[Neurology]] | * [[Neurology]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
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| Truncal ataxia | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Unsteady gait, difficulty maintaining posture |
| Complications | Increased risk of falls |
| Onset | Can be sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies depending on cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Cerebellar disease, multiple sclerosis, alcohol intoxication, stroke |
| Risks | Alcohol abuse, genetic disorders, head trauma |
| Diagnosis | Neurological examination, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Vestibular disorders, peripheral neuropathy |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Depends on underlying cause; may include physical therapy, medication |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; some cases improve with treatment, others may be chronic |
| Frequency | Not well-defined; depends on underlying conditions |
| Deaths | N/A |
A type of ataxia affecting the trunk of the body
Truncal ataxia is a neurological condition characterized by a lack of coordination and balance specifically affecting the trunk of the body. It is often associated with dysfunction of the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for coordinating voluntary movements and maintaining posture and balance.
Causes[edit]
Truncal ataxia can result from a variety of causes, including:
- Cerebellar degeneration
- Stroke
- Multiple sclerosis
- Alcohol use disorder
- Trauma to the cerebellum
Symptoms[edit]
Individuals with truncal ataxia may exhibit the following symptoms:
- Difficulty maintaining an upright posture
- Swaying or unsteady gait
- Inability to sit or stand without support
- Frequent falls
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of truncal ataxia typically involves a thorough neurological examination, which may include:
- MRI of the brain to assess cerebellar structure
- CT scan
- Blood tests to rule out metabolic causes
- Lumbar puncture to examine cerebrospinal fluid
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for truncal ataxia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include:
- Physical therapy to improve balance and coordination
- Occupational therapy
- Medications to address specific symptoms or underlying conditions
- Lifestyle modifications, such as reducing alcohol intake
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for individuals with truncal ataxia varies depending on the cause and severity of the condition. Some individuals may experience significant improvement with treatment, while others may have persistent symptoms.
