2000).The majority of herniated discs occur in a posterolateral direction, compressing the ipsilateral nerve root as it exits from the dural sac. Thus, a left L5-S1 disc herniation compresses the ...

Several studies have demonstrated the utility of DTI in diagnosing nerve root compression caused by lumbar disc herniation. For instance, a systematic review and meta-analysis revealed that ...

Objective Lumbar radiculopathy (LR ... In most patients, the diagnosis of radiculopathy, caused by nerve root compression, is made by correlation of symptoms, clinical signs and imaging findings.

Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) is a serious condition that occurs when the nerve roots in the lower back are compressed, often due to a herniated lumbar disc. This compression can lead to severe ...

Sciatic nerve pain (also called sciatica or lumbar radiculopathy) affects your lower back and can radiate to the thighs and ...

We think that this is a dramatic example of cranial nerve and spinal root enlargement in ... at another hospital was performed because of spinal conus compression, but only enlarged thickened roots ...

Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is a painful disorder caused by pressure on the nerve roots of the lower back. The compression of these nerve roots limits normal function of the pelvic organs and lower ...

The lumbar spine connects the torso to the pelvis and allows the body to bend, flex, and twist around the torso. In most cases, there is plenty of room inside the bony portion spine for the spinal ...