Dec 14, 2014 · A CT-scan was performed to see if this could be a calcified herniated disc or some artifact. Continue with the CT-images. The low signal intensity could finally be explained by the …

Nov 5, 2024 · Disc herniation refers to the displacement of intervertebral disc material beyond the normal confines of the disc but involving less than 25% of the circumference (to distinguish it …

Computed tomography (CT) is an accurate method of diagnosing herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP) in patients with back pain and radiculopathy. We evaluated 188 patients with 244 disk …

Oct 24, 2024 · CT Scan: Sometimes used if MRI is contraindicated, though less commonly for soft tissue analysis. X-Rays: Primarily rule out other spinal conditions, like fractures or deformities, …

Oct 24, 2023 · CT scan. A CT scanner takes a series of X-rays from different directions. Those images are combined to create cross-sectional images of the spinal column and the structures …

Aug 7, 2023 · CT scan is not usually requested in nucleus pulposus herniation. However, it can be helpful in some cases when there is a suspicion of calcified disc herniation (thoracic disc …

Aug 9, 2022 · In disk herniation, CT scans show a soft-tissue mass with effacement of the epidural fat and displacement of the thecal sac. If the fragment is no longer restrained by the …

Jun 10, 2019 · Diagnosis of herniated nucleus pulposus is done by an experienced orthopedist. A detailed case history is obtained followed by physical examination of the back. Confirmatory …

Assessment findings include radiating pain, lower extremity weakness, and bowel/bladder incontinence. Diagnostic studies to determine structural defects and locate damaged sites …

MSCT scan revealed dislocation of the center of the nucleus pulposus (NP) in direction of herniation in 75%, "permeation" of the annulus fibrosus (AF) by HNP material and a clear …