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schmorls node disc extrusion compression fracture
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I was diagnosed with schmorls node with a T-12 compression fracture. In my mri report it says "posterior T10-T11 disc extrusion is present with superior extension of a 6 x 4 x 9 mm disc fragment" what does that mean? Also what does "increased T1 signal is present in the superior T12 vertebral body without increased STIR signal"? I don't go to the dr for another 6 weeks. Thanks.
I was diagnosed with schmorls node with a T-12 compression fracture. In my mri report it says "posterior T10-T11 disc extrusion is present with superior extension of a 6 x 4 x 9 mm disc fragment" what does that mean? Also what does "increased T1 signal is present in the superior T12 vertebral body without increased STIR signal"? I don't go to the dr for another 6 weeks. Thanks.
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Hi there!
The signals are just radiological description on how the lesion appear in different modes, used to determine its characteristic. "posterior T10-T11 disc extrusion is present with superior extension of a 6 x 4 x 9 mm disc fragment" describes an intervertebral disc prolapse with extrusion of the disc material with upward extension. It would be best to discuss the situation and the suggested management plan in detail with your treating doctor.
Hope this helps.
Take care!
The signals are just radiological description on how the lesion appear in different modes, used to determine its characteristic. "posterior T10-T11 disc extrusion is present with superior extension of a 6 x 4 x 9 mm disc fragment" describes an intervertebral disc prolapse with extrusion of the disc material with upward extension. It would be best to discuss the situation and the suggested management plan in detail with your treating doctor.
Hope this helps.
Take care!
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