Presentation
Recent L5/S1 hemilaminectomy and discectomy with persistent left S1 nerve root symptoms.
Patient Data
Age: 30 years
Gender: Male
- Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.
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.
Case Discussion
This is a good demonstration of the need for contrast in the post operative spine to distinguish scar from recurrent disc herniation.