Presentation
Cervical myelopathy
Patient Data
Age: Adult
Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.
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Irregular opacity is noted along the spinal canal shadow.
Spondylodegenerative changes, seen as marginal osteophytes.
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Spondylodegenerative changes, seen as marginal osteophytes at C5/6 level anteriorly.
Irregular lineal calcification at the posterior vertebral border occupying the anterior zone of the cervical spinal canal, consistent with ossification of posterior longitudinal ligament.
Case Discussion
Extensive ossification of posterior longitudinal ligament presenting with myelopathy.