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Schmorl nodes
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Incidental Schmorl nodes are noted at the inferior endplates of L2, L3 and L4.
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Schmorl nodes
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Incidental Schmorl nodes are noted at the inferior endplates of L3 and L4.
Case Discussion
Schmorl nodes refer to protrusions of the cartilage of the intervertebral disc through the vertebral body endplate and into the adjacent vertebra.