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What would be the average thecal sac diameter for the lumbar area (l3-l4)? curious to know.... thank you.

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Thecae sac: Normal should be 16-18mm and less than 15mm would be regarded as stenosis.

Answered 10/23/2016

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