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Facet hypertrophy refers to the enlargement or thickening of the facet joints in the spine, which are the small joints located between the vertebrae. This condition can occur throughout the spine and is often associated with degenerative changes, Arthritis, or chronic strain. Facet hypertrophy can lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility due to nerve compression or joint dysfunction. It is commonly seen in imaging studies of individuals with Back pain or spinal disorders.
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What does uncinate process hypertrophy at C5 C6 mean?
It means a small portion of one of the bones in the spine is bigger than it should be. C5/C6 are at the base of the neck, just above where it joins the body.
What does ashes mean?
asymmetrical septal hypertrophy
What does left uncinate hypertrophy and grade 1 disc protrusion mean?
left uncinate hypertrophy and grade i disc protrusion mean spinal canal stenosis
What are other words besides megaly that mean enlargement?
hypertrophy
What does the medical abbreviation LVH mean?
Left Ventricular Hypertrophy
What does spine spine mean?
i am paralyzed and was told i have cavernous malformtion
After a mri of the spine cervical what does clinical correlation mean?
After mri,on lower spine what does clinical correlation mean
What does the medical abbreviation c-spine mean?
c-spine means cervical spine, and cervical means neck.
What does asymmetric spondylosis and uncinate hypertrophy mean?
Asymmetric spondylosis refers to degenerative changes in the spine, such as disc degeneration and bony growths, that occur unevenly on one side compared to the other. Uncinate hypertrophy involves the enlargement of the uncinate processes, which are bony projections on the vertebrae that can contribute to nerve compression or spinal stenosis. Together, these conditions can lead to pain, reduced mobility, and neurological symptoms due to the narrowing of the spinal canal or nerve root pathways.
What does this mean Mild annular bulge facet hypertrophy bilaterally 3mm posterior central protrusion?
The phrase describes findings from an imaging study, likely of the spine. A "mild annular bulge" indicates a slight outward protrusion of the intervertebral disc's outer layer, while "facet hypertrophy bilaterally" refers to enlargement of the facet joints on both sides, which can indicate arthritis or wear. A "3mm posterior central protrusion" signifies that the disc material has bulged backward toward the spinal canal by 3mm, potentially causing nerve compression. Overall, these findings suggest some degenerative changes in the spine, which may lead to discomfort or pain.
Icd-9 code for bph?
The abbreviation 'BPH' can mean benign prostatic hypertrophy or hyperplasia. They are coded differently. 600.00 benign prostatic hypertrophy without obstruction 600.01 benign prostatic hypertrophy with obstruction 600.90 benign prostatic hyperplasia without obstruction 600.91 benign prostatic hyperplasia with obstruction
What is anatomic alignment in your spine?
what is anatomic alinment in your spine the corect anser is anatomical alignment has itis in the book
