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Sciatica in degenerative spondylolisthesis of the lumbar spine

Article Abstract:

The use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be an effective tool in diagnosing lumbar intraspinal synovial cysts. A lumbar intraspinal synovial cyst is an abnormal soft tissue mass found in the lubricating fluid of the spinal joints. Researchers examined the X-rays, MRIs, and computed tomography (CT) scans of a patient with a one-year history of lower back and left thigh pain. Initial X-rays detected a dislocation of one of the vertebrae but failed to detect the cyst. However, subsequent MRI scans located the cyst. A specific diagnosis is essential before contemplating surgery or treatment.

Spinal diseases, Magnetic resonance imaging, Cysts, Spondylolisthesis

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Back pain in childhood

Article Abstract:

Young children with joint or back pain may have a rare but non-threatening condition called chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis (CRMO). A nine-year-old otherwise healthy patient reported lower back pain and occasional numbness in her feet. She was later identified as having CRMO. Identifying this condition typically requires a series of body scans and tissue sample tests. Painful episodes may recur but eventually subside. Suggested treatments include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for pain.

Causes of, Backache, Back pain, Osteomyelitis

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A self-limiting tumour

Article Abstract:

The case of a 20-year-old football player with myositis ossificans is described. Myositis ossificans is a condition characterized by the formation of bone tissue in another type of tissue, most often in muscle. It can be mistakenly diagnosed as a tumor but it is usually a benign condition that will not get worse.

Case studies, Bone diseases, Myositis

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