Lumbar Spine Flashcards
1
Q
Which segments of the spine are more prone to variation in morphology?
A
L1 and L5
2
Q
What is the number of vertebrae in the normal adult lumbar spine?
A
five segments
3
Q
What parts of the vertebra may be used to distinguish L1-L4 from L5?
A
vertebral body, pedicle, articular process, transverse process, spinous process
