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Disc extrusion with effacement refers to a condition in which the inner material of an intervertebral disc bulges out through a tear in the outer layer, potentially compressing nearby spinal structures. Effacement indicates that the extruded disc material is causing a reduction or flattening of the surrounding anatomical structures, such as nerve roots or the spinal canal. This can lead to symptoms like pain, numbness, or weakness, depending on the severity of the compression and the affected areas. Treatment may involve conservative measures, such as physical therapy, or surgical intervention in more severe cases.
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What is a disc extrusion?
Disc extrusion is a degenerative condition of the spine and is also referred to as a herniated or ruptured disc. The condition causes material to leak and from characteristic shapes that can compress a nerve. A disc extrusion can cause back or neck pain.
What does an MRI mean when it says prominent left anterolateral disc protrusion extrusion at L5-s1 with recess and foraminal encroachment Nerve root effacement and displacement?
An MRI report indicating a "prominent left anterolateral disc protrusion extrusion at L5-S1" means that the intervertebral disc between the fifth lumbar vertebra and the first sacral vertebra is bulging and has partially ruptured. This protrusion is causing encroachment on the neural recess and foraminal space, potentially affecting nearby nerve roots. "Nerve root effacement and displacement" suggests that the protrusion is compressing and displacing the nerve roots in that area, which can lead to symptoms like pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs.
What does it mean when the central posterior extrusion of a disc takes place?
Your back hurts.
What is a focal disc extrusion?
A focal disc extrusion is a more severe form of a disc herniation, where the inner core of a spinal disc pushes out through the outer edge, potentially causing compression on nearby nerves and leading to symptoms such as pain, numbness, or weakness in the affected area. Treatment may involve conservative measures like physical therapy, medications, or in some cases, surgery.
Can trauma cause right-sided disc extrusion?
Yes, trauma can lead to right-sided disc extrusion, particularly if it results in sudden, excessive force or strain on the spine. This type of injury can cause the intervertebral disc to bulge or rupture, pushing material toward the right side and potentially affecting nearby nerves. Factors like pre-existing disc degeneration may also increase the likelihood of extrusion following trauma. Proper diagnosis and treatment are essential to address the condition effectively.
Is a 9.3 mm disc extrusion lumbar considered large?
This depends upon the the site, signs and symptoms caused by the protrusion of the disc. Your spine specialist is the best judge for you.
What does a right paramedian disc protrusion at C5 C6 causing focal complete effacement of right paramedian subarachnoid space and right side cord deformity mean and how serious is it?
A right paramedian disc protrusion at C5 - C6 that causes focal complete effacement is often referred to as a herniated disc. It can compress nerves and cause tingling and numbness. Your physician will be able to evaluate how serious the condition is and whether it requires treatment.
What is foraminal effacement?
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What is complete effacement of the anterior subarachnoid space at c5-c6 with possible minimal cord deformation?
Complete effacement of the anterior subarachnoid space at c5-c6 is a thinning out of the disc material. Minimal cord deformation is possible scoliosis in the area of c5-c6.
What is neural foraminal effacement?
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What is the average size of a herniated disc?
A herniated disc has four levels or degree in size: bulge, protrusion, extrusion and sequestered fragment. Bulge is the smallest while a sequestered fragment is a condition wherein some fragments has chipped off from the disc.
What is prognosis of a mild effacement of ventral thecal sac without significant spinal canal stenosis.?
mild disfuse disc bulging with subtle 72 hyperintense signal
