Metabolic and endocrine changes in spinal cord injury: II (section 2) . Partial decentralization of the autonomic nervous system
Claus-Walker, J.; Halstead, L.S.
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 63(11): 576-580
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0003-9993 PMID: 6753795 Document Number: 186214
A comprehensive review and analysis was made of literature on the metabolic and endocrine consequences of human spinal cord injury (SCI). The consequences of totally removing the sympathetic and partially removing the parasympathetic nervous system from brain integration are described. Reports and investigations concerning fluid and electrolyte balance, renin and aldosterone are included. Direct comparisons are made between similar studies and between data on healthy subjects and SCI patients.