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What Does "L4-5 Moderate Desiccation Of Disc Material" Mean?
Question: I had an MRI and the report shows L4-5 Moderate desiccation of disc material. Broad based central disk protrusion with superimposed annular tear. Mild impression upon the anterior thecal sac. Minimal bilateral neural foramina narrowing. What does this mean?
Brief Answer:
Prolapsed intervertebral disc prolapse (PIVD).
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
This means that you have prolapsed intervertevral disc (PIVD) at L4-L5 level. This disc may be compressing upon a nerve root that either exits or traverses through that level.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Prolapsed intervertebral disc prolapse (PIVD).
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
This means that you have prolapsed intervertevral disc (PIVD) at L4-L5 level. This disc may be compressing upon a nerve root that either exits or traverses through that level.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement
Practicing since :2004
Answered : 5930 Questions
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