The cauda equina, which translates to "horse's tail," is a bundle of spinal nerves and nerve roots located at the lower end of the spinal cord. Its primary function is to supply motor and sensory innervation to the pelvic organs and lower limbs. This structure allows for the continuation of nerve pathways beyond the end of the spinal cord, facilitating communication between the brain and the lower body. Damage to the cauda equina can lead to severe neurological issues, including loss of sensation and motor function in the legs and pelvic area.
Symptoms of this may include problems such as urinary retention, a decreased anal tone, leg pain and back pain. If you have these you need immediate medical attention and surgery may be needed.
That's called the cauda equina because it resembles a horses tail.
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Based upon the phoenitics, I am guessing you are asking about the cauda equina in a dog. The cauda equine (Latin for "Horse's Tail) is the bundle of nerve fibers within the vertebral canal of the sacral vertebrae that arises from the termination of the spinal cord at approximately the level of the fifth lumbar vertebra. These nerve fibers innervate the perineum (structures under the tail), tail, and skin of the hind legs.
Cauda equina is the roots of the spinal nerves controlling movement and sensation in the legs. These nerve roots are located in the lower spine and resemble a horse's tail (cauda equina in Latin).
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A tail in Latin is cauda.
Nulla cauda is the Latin equivalent of 'no tail'. In the word by word translation, the adjective 'nulla' means 'no'. The noun 'cauda' means 'tail'.
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