Posterior Cord Syndrome

**Semantic type:** Disease or Syndrome

**Definition:** A syndrome caused by insult to the posterior columns of the spinal cord and resulting in impairments of proprioception, vibration, and fine touch. Typical presenting signs and symptoms may include sensory ataxia, dizziness, unsteady gait, and frequent falls.

**Synonyms:** - Dorsal Cord Syndrome - Posterior cord syndrome