Demographics of Cauda Equina Syndrome: A Population Based Incidence Study

Conclusion CES occurred more commonly in females and in those between 30-49 years, and had no association with socioeconomic status. The incidence of CES in Scotland is at least four times higher than previous European estimates of 0.3-0.6 per 100,000 p opulation per year. Incidence varies with clinical diagnostic criteria. To enable comparison of rates of CES across populations, we recommend using standardised clinical and radiological criteria and standardisation for population structure.
Source: Neuroepidemiology - Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research