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What does it mean to have Left paracentral annular tear with asymmetric disc protrusion causing anterior thecal sac compression and mild narrowing of both neural foraminae Can it be cured completely?
What do they do for this. It is some kind of operation done?
What does small annular rent with a central disc protrusion mean?
The disc between two vertebra has two parts. One inside is softer than the one around it. This second one is called the annulus. There is a small tear in this part. The central section is also protruding (sticking out). Both are pressing on a spinal nerve. See the link below for a visual:
What is the difference between an annular rent and an annular tear?
An annular rent refers to a partial tear in the outer layer of the intervertebral disc, while an annular tear involves a complete tear through the outer layer. Both conditions can result in back pain and may require medical intervention for relief.
The protrusion of muscle substance through a tear is?
A herniation is the protrusion of muscle substance through a tear.
What does disc desiccation with 3 mm broad posterior central protrusion with high signal annular fissure mean?
Disc desiccation refers to the loss of hydration in the intervertebral disc, which can lead to decreased disc height and potential pain. A 3 mm broad posterior central protrusion indicates that the disc material is bulging outwards towards the spinal canal, which may compress nearby nerves. The presence of a high signal annular fissure suggests a tear in the outer layer of the disc, which can be associated with pain and instability. Together, these findings may indicate degenerative changes in the spine that could contribute to discomfort or neurological symptoms.
Can a annular tear be caused by a epidural?
NO
What is posterior annular tear?
A posterior annular tear is a painful condition in which the annulus, or the part of the spine that holds the nucleus in place tears.
What is a posterior annular tear in L5 S1 disc mean?
A posterior annular tear is a tear in the ligament fibers that cover the inner core of a disc. The discs separate each vertebra in your spine. A posterior annular tear in the L5-S1 discs indicates the location in which these tears occur. L5 is the fifth and lowest of the lumbar vertebra and the S1 is the first and highest sacral vertebra.
What is left foraminal annular tear?
A left foraminal annular tear is when the annulus fibrosus rips or tears. The annulus fibrosus is the tough exterior of the intervertebral disc.
What is central annular tear of L4-5 disc?
The discs in-between the bones of the spine are composed of a tough and fibrous outer layer called the annulus fibrosis and a gelatinous inner layer called the nucleus pulposus. Sometimes that outer layer can tear, just like you can get a tear in any ligament or tendon in your body. When that tear occurs at the back fo the disc, but right in the center, it is called a central annular tear. If the tear is bad enough the inner material (nucleus pulposus), this is a herniated disc. L4-5 is the second to lowest disc in the spine, if this disc herniates out it can affect the L5 nerve root.
Is an annular tear considered degenerative disc disease?
An annular tear of the disc is, generally speaking, traumatic. However, over time, this can lead to degenerative disease of the affected disc or discs.
What causes an Posterior annular tear of L5-S1?
A posterior annular tear is a tear in the ligament fibers that cover the inner core of a disc. The discs separate each vertebra in your spine. A posterior annular tear in the L5-S1 discs indicates the location in which these tears occur. L5 is the fifth and lowest of the lumbar vertebra and the S1 is the first and highest sacral vertebra.
