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    MRI Lumbar Spine

    The basic principles of the MRI scan of the lumbar spine.

    MRI Lumbar Spine
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    MRI Lumbar Spine - introduction

    An MRI scan of the lumbar spine is a widely conducted examination, primarily requested by neurologists/neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons. This module covers the essential aspects of this examination, offering practical information explained in plain language.
    Is MRI imaging of the spine still a great mystery to you? Read this module to get acquainted with the terminology, anatomy, and most common pathologies. Before delving into this module, studying the MRI Technique Module is advisable.

    This module consists of components of indication/technique, normal anatomy, a checklist, and pathology.
     

    KEY TOPICS/TERMS:

    • MRI sequences (T1, T2, STIR, Gadolinium)
    • Anatomy (osseous, intervertebral discs, ligamentous, spinal canal, nerve roots)
    • Discopathy
    • Spondylophytes
    • Facet osteoarthritis
    • Ligamentum flavum hypertrophy
    • Schmorl node
    • Modic type changes
    • Disc herniation
    • HNP: protrusion/extrusion/migration/sequestration
    • Central canal stenosis
    • Lateral recess stenosis
    • Foraminal stenosis
    • Bone metastases
    • Vertebral fractures
    • Spondylodiscitis
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    Literature: sources and author

    Text

    drs. A. van der Plas (MSK radiologist Maastricht UMC+)

    With special thanks to:
    dr. W. Henneman (neuroradiologist Maastricht UMC+)

    Illustrations

    drs. A. van der Plas (MSK radiologist Maastricht UMC+)


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    • M. Farshad et al; Spondylophyte classification based on biomechanical effects on segmental stiffness. Spine J (2022)
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    • A.C Gellhorn, J.N Katz, P. Suri; Osteoarthritis of the spine: the facet joints. Nat Rev Rheumatol (2013)

    • D.F. Fardon et al; Lumbar disc nomenclature: version 2.0: Recommendations of the combined task forces of the North American Spine Society, the American Society of Spine Radiology and the American Society of Neuroradiology. Spine J (2014)

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    • J. Lotz; The Role of the Vertebral End Plate in Low Back Pain. Global Spine Journal (2013)

    • J.S. Kim et.al; Clinical Significance of Redundant Nerve Roots of the Cauda Equina in Spine MRI. iMRI (2022)

    • L. Cottle, T. Riordan; Infectious spondylodiscitis. J Infec (2008) 

    • H.P. Ledermann et.al; MR imaging findings in spinal infections: rules or myths? Radiology (2003)

       

    08/10/2023

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