Radiology: spine Flashcards
1
Q
what can contribute to central stenosis
A
facet joint dysfunction
disc protrusion
2
Q
which mets are lytic?
A
renal
prostate
3
Q
which mets are mixed sclerotic and lytic lesions?
A
breast
4
Q
where does infection in spine usually start?
A
disc
discitis» osteomyelitis
5
Q
complications of discitis?
A
epidural abscess
collapse
deformity
compromise of cauda equina
6
Q
what else can be enlarged with loss of disc height?
A
ligamentum flavum thickening
