High homocysteine levels as potential indicators of subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord.

Autor: Feng, Tingting, Wang, Binru, Li, Fang, Li, Fengjiao, Wang, Shunxian, Zhou, Ruijiao, Wang, Lizhen, Lin, Hongyu, Ma, Ying
Zdroj: American Journal of Emergency Medicine; Nov2024, Vol. 85, p226-226, 1p
Abstrakt: Homocysteine (Hcy) is widely recognized as a significant risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. However, our research has uncovered a novel perspective, suggesting that elevated levels of Hcy could serve as an indicator for neurological diseases. This article presents a unique case of Subacute Combined Degeneration of the spinal cord(SCD), characterized by high homocysteine levels, yet normal vitamin B 12 and imaging results. This discovery could facilitate early detection and ensure timely referral of patients to specialized departments for further treatment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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