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What does this mean? central disc protrusion at t7-8 causes effacement of anterior thecal sac. mild pressure on ventral aspect of thoracic cord.

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Dr. Martin Morell answered

The: Herniation of the disc pushes the cover of the spinal cord but does not compress the cord itself.

Answered 8/7/2018

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A member asked:

What does this mean? central disc protrusion at t7-8 causes effacement of anterior thecal sac. mild pressure on ventral aspect of thoracic cord.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Morell answered

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