Winston K, Hall J, Johnson D, Micheli L
Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1977 Oct(128):41-4.
A spinal cord which is neurologically nonfunctional may be functioning as a conduit for CSF between the ventricular system and the spinal subarachnoid space. Interruption of this pathway can have catastrophic consequences unless there is an adequately functioning shunt.
