Intervertebral Foramen: General Characteristics Flashcards
1
Q
What determines the length of the intervertebral foramen?
A
The width of the pedicle
2
Q
What is the average height of the intervertebral foramen?
A
About 13 mm
3
Q
What percent of total vertebral column length does “true” intervertebral foramina height from C2-S1 equal?
A
40%
4
Q
What percent of total vertebral column length does all intervertebral foramina height from occiput- Co1 equal?
A
53%
