Spine & Spinal cord scarring

Spine & Spinal cord scarring

What is Cervical spinal cord myelomalacia ? Cervical spinal cord myelomalacia is a condition characterized by scarring of the spinal cord, akin to how skin forms scars after an injury. In this process, the damaged neural tissues are replaced by glial cells, which...
Spine & TB spondylodiscitis

Spine & TB spondylodiscitis

What is a Spinal cold abscess? Tuberculosis is a chronic infection that can affect nearly any part of the body, with the spine being the most commonly affected bone. The pus formed as a result of this infection is referred to as a cold abscess, as it does not trigger...
Spine & Napolean Hat

Spine & Napolean Hat

What is High grade spondylolisthesis? High-grade spondylolisthesis refers to a severe form of vertebral slippage, where the affected vertebra not only shifts forward but also tilts downward in front of the lower vertebra. This condition is commonly seen in the...
Spine & Step

Spine & Step

What is spondylolisthesis? Spondylolisthesis refers to the forward slipping of one vertebral bone over the one beneath it. This condition, also known as anterolisthesis, typically involves the vertebra moving forward. This misalignment affects the spinous processes,...
Spine & Double bananas

Spine & Double bananas

What is Diplomyelia? Diplomyelia is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by the presence of double spinal cords within a single dural covering like a double bananas. This condition can either be asymptomatic or cause symptoms such as leg numbness, weakness, and...