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Computed tomography in sciatica.

G F Carrera, A L Williams, V M Haughton

    Radiology
    |November 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Computed tomography (CT) effectively diagnoses lumbar facet arthropathy and herniated disks, common causes of low back pain and sciatica. This study highlights CT

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    Area of Science:

    • Radiology
    • Orthopedics
    • Neurosurgery

    Background:

    • Lumbar facet arthropathy and herniated disks are primary contributors to low back pain and sciatica.
    • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective patient management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the diagnostic utility of computed tomography (CT) in differentiating lumbar facet arthropathy from herniated disks.
    • To assess the correlation of CT findings with surgical and clinical outcomes.

    Main Methods:

    • A retrospective analysis of 243 patients presenting with low back pain and/or sciatica.
    • Review of computed tomography (CT) scans to identify lumbar facet abnormalities and herniated disks.
    • Correlation of CT results with intra-operative findings and facet block outcomes.

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    Main Results:

    • Lumbar facet abnormalities were identified in 57% of patients, while herniated disks were found in 20%.
    • CT demonstrated precise correlation with surgical findings for herniated disks.
    • CT results showed good correlation with intra-articular facet block outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Computed tomography (CT) is a valuable tool for diagnosing and differentiating between lumbar facet arthropathy and herniated disks.
    • CT findings correlate well with clinical and surgical assessments, aiding in treatment decisions for low back pain and sciatica.