bony nerve root entrapment Flashcards

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definition

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osteoarthritis of the facet joints can result in osteophytes impinging on exiting nerve roots resulting in nerve root symptoms and sciatica

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management

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surgical decompression with trimming of impinging osteophytes may be required

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