Surgical anatomy, radiological features, and molecular biology of the lumbar intervertebral discs. Issue 2 (9th February 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ghannam, Malik; Jumah, Fareed; Mansour, Shaden; Samara, Amjad; Alkhdour, Saja; Alzuabi, Muayad A.; Aker, Loai; Adeeb, Nimer; Massengale, Justin; Oskouian, Rod J.; Tubbs, R. Shane
• Is Part Of: Clinical anatomy. Volume 30:Issue 2(2017)
• Page Start: 251
• Page End: 266
• Publication Date: 2017-02-09
• Subjects: anatomy -- molecular -- biology -- embryology -- imaging -- intervertebral disc; Anatomy -- Periodicals; Anatomy -- Periodicals; 611
• DOI: 10.1002/ca.22822
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0897-3806

Abstract

Abstract : The intervertebral disc (IVD) is a joint unique in structure and functions. Lying between adjacent vertebrae, it provides both the primary support and the elasticity required for the spine to move stably. Various aspects of the IVD have long been studied by researchers seeking a better understanding of its dynamics, aging, and subsequent disorders. In this article, we review the surgical anatomy, imaging modalities, and molecular biology of the lumbar IVD. Clin. Anat. 30:251–266, 2017. © 2017 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.