Effects Of Osteoporosis On Vertebral Column

A. Early to moderate osteoporosis, characterized by vertical striation in the vertebral bodies. B. Later, the striated pattern is lost as the continued loss of trabecular bone produces uniform radiolucency (less white, more “transparent”). In contrast, the cortical bone, while thinned, appears relatively prominent. C. Late osteoporosis in the thoracic region of the vertebral column […]

Fractures Of Dens Of Axis (c2)

Source: Clinically Oriented Anatomy

Dislocations Of Cervical Vertebrae. Four Stages Of Injury

Four stages of injury are shown: ( A ) stage I, flexion sprain; ( B ) stage II, anterior subluxation with 25% anterior translation; ( C ) stage III, 50% translation; and ( D ) stage IV, complete dislocation. E. This lateral view radiograph shows a stage III dislocation with 50% translation. Source: Clinically Oriented […]

Disc Degeneration Treated By Disc Replacement And Spinal Fusion. Lateral Views

A. Degeneration of L1–L2 IV disc compromising IV foramen, L1 nerve; pain radiating to inguinal region. B. Disc space restored with bridge indicated by vertical radiopaque markers. C. Fusion of L1 and L2 vertebrae by replacement of bridge with new bone. Source: Clinically Oriented Anatomy

Dislocation Of Elbow X-ray Diagram