Intervertebral disc vacuum phenomenon - Radiopaedia.org
WEBMay 11, 2023 · Vacuum phenomena involving the intervertebral discs is usually a result of an accumulation of gas, principally nitrogen, within the crevices of the intervertebral discs or adjacent vertebrae. This is a joint-specific example of the vacuum phenomenon.
Vacuum phenomenon | Radiology Reference Article | Radiopaedia.org
WEBVacuum phenomena describe aseptic gas collections (e.g. nitrogen and traces of oxygen and or carbon dioxide) within different specific tissues 1-3. Usually, they are seen within the intervertebral discs, the bones and within different joints, but can also be seen in other usually adjacent locations due to migration.
The Vacuum Phenomenon in Spinal Imaging - Consultant360
WEBThe name of the radiologic sign vacuum phenomenon reflects the pathogenesis of the finding. With general activity, the pressure in the disk between vertebrae shifts: It increases when vertebrae move closer to each other and decreases when vertebrae move away from …
Vacuum Disc Phenomenon: Insights from Dr. Lanman- Spine.MD
WEBJul 8, 2024 · Vacuum Disc Phenomenon is the accumulation of gas within the intervertebral discs, often a sign of advanced disc degeneration. While vacuum disc phenomenon may be asymptomatic in some cases, it can also lead to chronic back pain, radiculopathy, spinal instability, and neural compression.
LUMBAR DISC VACUUM PHENOMENON: ITS CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS …
WEBIn this paper, we describe the clinical symptoms, diagnosis, and surgical treatment of painful lumbar discs with the vacuum phenomenon (VP). The sole indication for anterior arthrodesis was painful discs with VP.
Vacuum Clefts of the Vertebral Bodies
WEBAug 1, 2005 · Vacuum clefts (VCs) of the vertebral bodies are radiographically recognized as a vacuum or air-filled cleft inside the vertebral body (1). They are generally considered to be a sign of avascular necrosis of the vertebral body, also known as Kümmell sign, and until recently were not considered to be associated with osteoporotic fractures (2).
Vacuum Phenomenon in the Lumbar Spine: Pilot Study for …
WEBNov 2, 2023 · Vacuum phenomenon (VP) is defined as air within a joint. Many pathologies are associated with VP, mainly degenerative disease and trauma. Although patients with intradiscal gas may be asymptomatic, it promotes …
The Intravertebral Vacuum Cleft Sign | Radiology - RSNA …
WEBThe intravertebral vacuum phenomen as specific sign of osteonecrosis in vertebral compression fractures: results from a radiological and histological study
The intravertebral vacuum phenomenon - ScienceDirect
WEBMay 1, 2008 · Vertebral vacuum sign is an uncommon finding, which can easily mimic the air within the disc and can be overlooked. We present a case of intravertebral vacuum phenomenon with exquisite multidetector computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging findings.
Intravertebral Cleft Sign | Radsource
WEBA small intravertebral vacuum cleft (red arrow) is seen on the corresponding lateral radiograph (2d). Diagnosis. Compression fracture with vertebral osteonecrosis and an intravertebral cleft sign. Introduction.
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