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Spinal Diseases
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Intervertebral Disk Displacement - An intervertebral disk in which the nucleus pulposus has protruded through surrounding fibrocartilage. This occurs most frequently in the lower lumbar region. | |
Ossification of Posterior Longitudinal Ligament - A calcification of the posterior longitudinal ligament of the spinal column, usually at the level of the cervical spine. It is often associated with anterior ankylosing hyperostosis. | |
Spinal Curvatures - Deviations of the spine from its normal direction or position. (Dorland, 28th ed) | |
Spinal Osteophytosis - Outgrowth of immature bony processes from the vertebrae, reflecting the presence of degenerative disease and calcification. It includes cervical and lumbar spondylosis. | |
Spinal Stenosis - Narrowing of the spinal canal. | |
Spondylarthritis - Arthritis of the spine, specifically involving the intervertebral articulations. | |
Spondylolisthesis - Forward displacement of one vertebra over another. |
Spinal Diseases Medical Definitions and Terms
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