6TH INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL CURRENT SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH CONGRESS
SHORT LUMBAR 5 VERTEBRA: CLINICAL AND RADIOLOGICAL FINDINGS
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Liberty Publications
Anatomical variations in the lumbar spine cause low back pain and are one of the important causes of spinal instability. The short lumbar 5th vertebra stands out among these anatomical variations. This article examines disc, facet degeneration, instability and listhesis rates in the short L5 vertebra in the lumbar spine. The effects of short L5 vertebrae on a functional range of motion and spinal integrity are discussed in light of anatomical, biomechanical and clinical findings. In addition, the clinical findings of short L5 vertebrae are tried to be revealed. 25 patients with short L5 vertebrae in MR images were evaluated. 11 were male and 14 were female. The mean age was 48 (33-66). Of the patients participating in the study, 44% had mechanical low back pain, 32% had radicular pain and 28% had postural disorders. 20% of the patients had no complaints. Radiologically, 28% had listhesis, 40% had disc herniation, 36% had facet degeneration, and 28% had instability. In conclusion, the short L5 vertebra is a rare but clinically important spinal variation. It has a significant relationship with short L5 vertebra and lumbar spinal instability. Identifying and evaluating this anatomical variation is important for treating low back pain and may play a critical role in determining treatment strategies for spinal instability. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment approaches may improve patients' quality of life.
