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Technique: Multisequence, multiplanar MR imagines of the lumbar spine using
1.5-tesla magnet. The following. Sequences were obtained; Sagital T2, sagittal
MRM, coronal MRM, sagittal T1 and axial T2.
Findings:
Normal vertebral alignment with preserved lumbar lordos is seen.
Visualized cord has normal size signal intensity it ends at level of
T12-L1 disc : Unremarkable
L1-L2 disc : Unremarkable
L2-L3 disc : Unremarkable
L3-L4 disc : Unremarkable
L4-L5 & L5-S1 levels: mild disc dehydration & mild diffuse disc bulging are
seen .
No evidence of disc herniation is seen.
No spondylolysis or spondylolisthesis.
Normal bone marrow signal intensities are visualized.
Mild compress FX in L2 vertebral body is seen