Presentation
Recent L5/S1 hemilaminectomy and discectomy with persistent right S1 nerve root symptoms.
Patient Data
Age: 55 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Postoperative scar around S1 nerve root
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Pre- and post-contrast MRI demonstrates the S1 nerve root to be surrounded by enhancing scar tissue in the right side.
Case Discussion
Failed back syndrome refers to the persistent leg and/or lumbar back pain after a surgical procedure. The pathophysiology of this syndrome is complex, as often the operation was technically successful.
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