What term describes a complication from a spinal cord injury above T6, characterized by severe hypertension and sweating?

The condition described in the question is autonomic hyperreflexia, a phenomenon commonly observed in individuals with spinal cord injuries at or above the level of T6. This condition emerges due to an abnormal response of the autonomic nervous system to stimuli that originate below the level of the injury, usually in response to noxious or irritating stimuli such as a full bladder, bowel impaction, or skin irritation.

In autonomic hyperreflexia, the interruption of sympathetic outflow due to the spinal cord injury leads to an unregulated and exaggerated sympathetic response, resulting in severe hypertension. The upper body often experiences vasoconstriction and elevated blood pressure, while the lower body exhibits vasodilation, causing flushing and sweating. This dysregulation can lead to serious health risks, including stroke or cardiac issues if not promptly treated, making it a critical complication to recognize and manage in patients with spinal cord injuries.

The other terms presented do not accurately describe this condition. For instance, craniosacral dysreflexia is not a widely recognized term in medical literature. Similarly, parasympathetic dysreflexia does not exist as a recognized condition since it is primarily the sympathetic nervous system that becomes dysregulated. Lastly, retrograde hyperreflexia isn't a standard