Spinal lesions: a comprehensive radiologic overview

Area of Science:

• Radiology
• Neurology
• Oncology

Background:

• Spinal lesions present diverse pathologies like tumors, infections, and degenerative conditions.
• Accurate diagnosis and management depend on understanding distinct imaging characteristics.
• Imaging is crucial for assessing lesion morphology, localization, and neurological impact.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review spinal lesions by anatomical compartments.
• To highlight key radiological features for diagnosis.
• To provide a comprehensive reference for radiologists.

Main Methods:

• Systematic review of spinal lesion literature.
• Categorization of lesions based on anatomical compartments.
• Analysis of radiological features for each lesion type.

Main Results:

• Detailed radiological features for various spinal lesions are presented.
• Lesions are organized by anatomical location (e.g., intradural, extradural).
• Key imaging findings differentiating lesion types are emphasized.

Conclusions:

• This review offers a structured approach to spinal lesion imaging.
• Understanding anatomical compartments and radiological features aids diagnosis.
• The content serves as a valuable resource for radiologists managing spinal pathologies.