1.  Epidemiology
2. Effects and Special Characteristics of Spinal Cord Injury
3. Classification terminology
4. The incomplete SCI syndromes are classified clinically as follows:
   1. Central Cord Syndrome (CCS)
   2. Brown Sequard Syndrome (BSS)
   3. Anterior Cord Syndrome (ACS)
   4. Conus Medullaris Syndrome (CMS)
   5. Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES)
5. Physical Examination
6. Neurological classification
   1. The Frankel grading system
   2. ASIA classification
7. Prognostic determinants of recovery
8. Early Complications following SCI
   1. Deep Venous Thrombosis
   2. Endocrine function
9. The spectrum of endocrine abnormalities after SCI:
   1. Pituitary disorders
   2. Adrenocortical hormones
   3. Reproductive Function
   4. Lipid disorders
   5. Glucose Metabolism in SCI
   6. Calcium Disorders
   7. Fractures of long bones
   8. Heterotopic Ossification
10. Pressure Ulcers and Wound Care
11. Psychological aspects
12. Respiratory Care in Acute Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
    1. Respiratory Mechanics
    2. Assesment and Management Strategies
    3. Invasive Mechanical Ventilation and Weaning
13. Conclusion

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