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[Anterior lumbar disc herniations (author's transl)].
Archives of Orthopaedic and Traumatic Surgery. Archiv Fur Orthopadische Und Unfall-Chirurgie
|August 11, 1978
Summary
Anterior lumbar disc herniations are detectable via discography. This condition is linked to a distinct painful syndrome, featuring localized backache and radiating abdominal/genital pain.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Pain Management
Background:
- Anterior lumbar disc herniations are a recognized entity.
- Their clinical significance and associated morbidity are not fully elucidated.
- Discography is a method for visualizing lumbar disc herniations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the clinical presentation and diagnostic utility of anterior lumbar disc herniations.
- To correlate discographic findings with patient-reported symptoms.
Main Methods:
- Utilized discography for the clear identification of anterior lumbar disc herniations.
- Correlated imaging findings with clinical symptoms experienced by patients.
Main Results:
- Discography effectively visualizes anterior lumbar disc herniations.
- Ventral lumbar disc herniation is associated with a specific painful syndrome.
- This syndrome includes localized backache and radiating pain to the abdominal and genital areas.
Conclusions:
- Anterior lumbar disc herniations are readily diagnosed using discography.
- A distinct painful syndrome is correlated with ventral lumbar disc herniation.
- This syndrome has significant clinical implications for patient management.