Case Description :
Patient presented with chronic lower back pain radiating to the left leg, with intermittent numbness and weakness. The attending physician referred the patient for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Lumbar Spine to evaluate possible causes, including disc herniation, nerve compression, or degenerative changes.
What We Did :
Medical laboratory and specialists services
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- Referring Doctor’s Request: MRI Lumbar Spine without contrast.
- Imaging Performed by: Radiographer under supervision of a Consultant Radiologist.
- Imaging Protocol: Sagittal T1, T2, and STIR sequences Axial T1 and T2 through the lumbar intervertebral discs
Final Results :
Impression:
MRI of the lumbar spine demonstrates L4-L5 left paracentral disc protrusion with compression of the left L5 nerve root, associated with mild degenerative changes.Conclusion/Next Steps:
Findings correlate with the patient’s clinical symptoms. Neurology and orthopedic consultations were advised. Conservative management (physiotherapy, pain control) recommended initially; surgical intervention may be considered if symptoms persist or worsen.
