Tabes dorsalis is characterized by:
A) Atrophy in frontal (motor) cortex
B) Atrophy of basal ganglia
C) Hypertrophy of putamen
D) Atrophy of anterior horns of the spinal cord
E) Atrophy of the posterior columns of the spinal cord

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Tabes dorsalis is a late stage of syphilis infection which affects the posterior columns of the spinal cord leading to atrophy of these structures. This results in characteristic symptoms such as loss of proprioception, balance and coordination, and pain and sensory disturbances.

Tabes Dorsalis Is Characterized By