Brown - sequard syndrome -
High-Yield Explanation
In Brown sequard syndrome, a hemisection of the spinal cord results in
- Sensory
Loss of Ipsilateral dorsal column sensations- Proprioception, vibration, fine touch, Kinesthesia.
Loss of contralateral lateral column sensations- Pain, temperature
- Motor
Loss of ipsilateral corticospinal action- results in UMNL- Weakness, spasticity, Extensor plantar response.