21. Diseases associated with mutation in the RICTOR gene include foramen magnum meningioma, syringomyelia , and batman. 22. Syringomyelia can also adversely affect sweating, sexual function, and, later, bladder and bowel control.23. In the case of trauma-related syringomyelia , the surgeon operates at the level of the initial injury. 24. In the case of syringomyelia , the syrinx can expand and elongate over time, destroying the spinal cord. 25. The British Veterinary Association ( BVA ) and KC recently launched MRI screening scheme for Syringomyelia ( SM ). 26. This is most commonly encountered in spinal MR imaging, where the Gibbs phenomenon may simulate the appearance of syringomyelia . 27. He was stricken with Syringomyelia , a disorder of the spinal nerves which eventually led to his death in 1971. 28. Among the noteworthy accomplishments of Long Island Veterinary Specialists is their work with Canine Chiari-Like Malformation & Syringomyelia . 29. Syringomyelia may also cause a loss of the ability to feel extremes of hot or cold, especially in the hands.30. Recurrence of syringomyelia after surgery may make additional operations necessary; these may not be completely successful over the long term.