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Large posterior disc herniation at t5-6, with posterior herniating disc material extending for 5 mm thin expected posterior confines the disc. there is abutment with flattening the anterior surface of the thoracic spinal cord. thecal sac is 1.1 cm?
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Often best to avoid surgery for thoracic disc rupture but if spinal cord compression is the issue, may well need an aggressive approach. Get two surgical opinions but also see a physiatrist.
Answered 8/11/2022
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