Further Outpatient Care

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After radiation-induced lumbosacral plexopathy has been diagnosed, follow up with patients on functional issues. Address issues of pain in a timely fashion.

Further Inpatient Care

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Inpatient care for radiation-induced lumbosacral plexopathy is not required.

Complications

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Radiation-induced lumbosacral plexopathy may result in pain and decreased functional status.

Prognosis

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Gradual, rather than stepwise, progression of radiation-induced lumbosacral plexopathy is the rule. Eventually, patients may have significant or severe disability. Spontaneous recovery is less common.^[26]

Patient Education

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Educate patients about the effects of radiation and the reason for altered function, pain, and sensory deficits.

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