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Disc herniation with gas

A M Hidalgo-Ovejero1, M Martinez-Grande, S Garcia-Mata

  • 1Orthopaedic Surgery Service, Ubarmin Clinic, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain.

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|October 1, 1994
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Intrahernial gas, often overlooked, is frequently associated with intradural hernias. This study highlights its commonality, especially in older patients with chronic conditions, suggesting it warrants greater clinical attention.

Area of Science:

  • Spinal Imaging and Diagnostics
  • Neurosurgery
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Intradiscal gas is linked to various spinal conditions including tumors, infections, trauma, and disc degeneration.
  • Previous reports documented intraspinal gas in 17 cases, with 13 associated with disc hernias.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence and clinical significance of intraspinal gas associated with disc hernias.
  • To determine if intrahernial gas is more common than previously reported.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 19 patients with intraspinal gas and disc hernias.
  • Review of clinical data, including age, chronicity of problems, and need for surgical intervention.

Main Results:

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  • 19 additional cases of intraspinal gas associated with disc hernias were identified.
  • Six patients required surgical intervention.
  • Intrahernial gas was more prevalent in patients with chronic conditions and advanced age.

    • Conclusions:

    • Intrahernial gas is significantly more common than suggested by existing literature.
    • This finding is often underrecognized in clinical practice.
    • The association between intradiscal gas and intradural hernias should be considered in differential diagnoses.