This includes the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. The patient will lie on his/her back.
Contrast may be used if there is a suspected lesion or if the patient has had recent back surgery.
Indications
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Disc disease.
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Nerve entrapment.
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Tumours.
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White matter conditions.
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Post traumatic injury to the spinal cord is best seen on MRI.