Spinal cord
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To review the side effects of local injections of botulinum A toxin (BTX-A). ⋯ Generalised side effects after BTX-A injection for voiding disorders are rare but they can be very disabling for spinal cord-injured patients. Although no long-term side effects are reported so far, urologists should be aware that these effects of BTX-A injections are unknown.
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Retrospective study of 432 patients admitted to our institution with a spinal injury over a 5-year period. ⋯ Provision of beds remains the most common preventable reason for delay between referral and admission and is associated with increased hospitalisation. Early liaison with a designated spinal injuries unit, particularly those with cord injury remains vitally important.