Disc annulus calcification

Case contributed by Andrew Dixon
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Fall

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Female

Cervical spine CT

ct

Anterior intervertebral disc annulus calcifications.

A well-corticated ossified body in the posterior midline associated with the nuchal ligament.

Case Discussion

Disc annulus calcifications and a nuchal ligament ossicle. No acute injury. Both findings should not be confused with acute fractures. 

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.