Surgical anatomy, radiological features, and molecular biology of the lumbar intervertebral discs

The intervertebral disc (IVD) is a joint unique in structure and functions. Lying between adjacent vertebrae, it provides both the primary support and the elasticity required for the spine to move stably. Various aspects of the IVD have long been studied by researchers seeking a better understanding...

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Published in:Clinical anatomy (New York, N.Y.) N.Y.), 2017-03, Vol.30 (2), p.251-266
Main Authors: Ghannam, Malik, Jumah, Fareed, Mansour, Shaden, Samara, Amjad, Alkhdour, Saja, Alzuabi, Muayad A., Aker, Loai, Adeeb, Nimer, Massengale, Justin, Oskouian, Rod J., Tubbs, R. Shane
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Language:English
Subjects:
Anatomy
Biology
Disorders
Elasticity
embryology
Humans
imaging
intervertebral disc
Intervertebral Disc - diagnostic imaging
Intervertebral Disc - embryology
Intervertebral discs
Lumbar Vertebrae
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
molecular
Molecular biology
Spine
Spine (lumbar)
Vertebrae
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Summary:The intervertebral disc (IVD) is a joint unique in structure and functions. Lying between adjacent vertebrae, it provides both the primary support and the elasticity required for the spine to move stably. Various aspects of the IVD have long been studied by researchers seeking a better understanding of its dynamics, aging, and subsequent disorders. In this article, we review the surgical anatomy, imaging modalities, and molecular biology of the lumbar IVD. Clin. Anat. 30:251–266, 2017. © 2017 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
ISSN:0897-3806
1098-2353
DOI:10.1002/ca.22822