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Ct scan: incomplete closure of the posterior elements at s1 with less than 1mm of diastisis? what does this mean?

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Not sure: 1. incomplete closure of S1 is a common finding that may be associated with other anomalies of the spine. 2. Diastasis is when a fibrous joint is partially separated. 1 mm is too small to see and probably is an overcall - I don't think anyone can reliably see 1mm diastasis of the spine. Ask for a second opinion.

Dr Fisher and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/21/2021

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