Intervertebral foramen: general characteristics Flashcards
1
Q
what determines the length of the intervertebral foramen?
A
width of 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%
