CASE DISCUSSION
Approach to Degenerative Spine Diseases
Presented United Arab Emirates by Prof. Dr. Massimo PiracciViews
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Case Description
Degenerative spine diseases represent a frequent yet diagnostically nuanced challenge in clinical practice, where symptoms often extend beyond localized back pain to include referred leg or knee pain indicative of spinal stenosis or disc pathology. Accurate evaluation requires a thorough patient...
Case Summary
- Imaging techniques, starting with simple X-rays, play a crucial role in assessing degenerative spine disease. MRI, especially when conducted with the patient standing or sitting, provides valuable insights into the spine's condition under load. This allows for a more accurate evaluation of disc prolapses and ligament issues compared to lying down MRIs.
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Prof. Dr. Massimo Piracci
Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Sport and Regenerative Medicine presso Medcare Orthopedic and Spinal Hospital DubaiProf. Dr. Massimo Piracci, Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Sport and Regenerative Medicine presso Medcare Orthopedic and Spinal Hospital Dubai
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