Chronic Conditions Surfaced Post-Spinal Injury
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by Teraya Smith
November 17, 2025
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3 min
Traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI) significantly increases long-term risks for cardiovascular, neurological, psychiatric, and endocrine disorders, as demonstrated by a study from Brigham and Women's Hospital and the University of California. An analysis of over 2,700 adults revealed that those with TSCI face heightened incidences of conditions like hypertension, coronary artery disease, and depression, often emerging within 8 years post-injury. These findings highlight the urgent need for comprehensive care strategies tailored for younger individuals affected by TSCI.
1. TSCI linked to increased cardiovascular, neurologic, psychiatric risks. 2. Higher rates of hypertension, CAD, and depression in TSCI patients. 3. Comorbidities can emerge 8 years post-injury. 4. Study analyzed over 2,700 adults from two health systems. 5. Urgent need for proactive, multidisciplinary care for TSCI survivors.
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