Dynamic effects on the lumbar spinal canal: axially loaded CT-myelography and MRI in patients with sciatica and/or neurogenic claudication

Spine
J WillénT Hansson

Abstract

In patients with sciatica or neurogenic claudication, the structures in and adjacent to the lumbar spinal canal were observed by computed tomographic myelography or magnetic resonance imaging in psoas-relaxed position and during axial compression in slight extension of the lumbar spine. To determine the mechanical effects on the lumbar spinal canal in a simulated upright position. For years, functional myelographic investigation techniques were shown to be of value in the evaluation of suspected encroachment of the spinal canal. Since the advent of computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, there have been few clinical and experimental attempts that have imitated these techniques. The data indicate that the space within the canal is posture dependent. Portable devices for axial loading of the lumbar spine in computed tomographic and magnetic resonance examinations were developed. Fifty patients (94 sites) were studied with computed tomographic myelography, and 34 patients (80 sites) with magnetic resonance in psoas-relaxed position followed by axial compression in slight extension. The dural sac cross-sectional area at L2 to S1, the deformation of the dural sac and the nerve roots, and the changes of the tissues surrou...Continue Reading

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