S24: Injury of nerves and spinal cord at thorax level
S24.0: Concussion and oedema of thoracic spinal cord
The spinal cord is located in the spinal column. The spinal cord is made up of nerve fibers. The brain uses the nerve fibers to exchange information with the organs, skin and muscles. The thoracic spine is located between the cervical spine and the lumbar spine. The ribs are attached to the thoracic spine.
If the spinal cord gets damaged in the thoracic spine area, there can be a variety of symptoms. You may no longer be able to move your legs properly, for example. One may no longer properly feel touch, heat or pain in some parts of the body. Certain bodily functions, such as passing water and emptying your bowels, may also be affected.
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