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spinal stenosis

A narrowing of the spinal canal, commonly in the lumbar region. (see lumbar spinal stenosis) Radiology: - magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the spine Differential diagnosis: -> osteoarthritis of the spine

Specific

cervical spinal stenosis lumbar spinal stenosis

General

spinal cord disease; myelopathy (disease/disorder primarily affecting spinal cord) chronic neurologic disease

References

  1. UCLA Intensive Course in Geriatric Medicine & Board Review, Marina Del Ray, CA, Sept 12-15, 2001
  2. Melancia JL, Francisco AF, Antunes JL. Spinal stenosis. Handb Clin Neurol. 2014;119:541-9. Review. PMID: 24365318
  3. National Institute of Arthritis and Muscluloskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) Spinal Stenosis https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/spinal-stenosis