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Why would in an mri my fusion at l5 s1 appear straight but in xrays it has a grade two anterolisthesis?
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Instability: The slippage is likely dynamic and changes with your posture. This can cause significant pain and is an indication for fusion surgery.
Answered 6/21/2015
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Solving disagreement: One of the interpretations must be wrong. Best to ask for a second look.
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