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Ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament of the spine: a case report.

Abstract
Ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament of the spine (OPLL) is a common cause of severe myelopathy and radiculopathy in Oriental populations. It typically involves the cervical spine. We present a 60-year-old Asian male with OPLL who developed progressively worsening cervical myopathy. The diagnosis and management are discussed.
AuthorsA C Shen, K S Yonemura
JournalThe journal of spinal cord medicine (J Spinal Cord Med) Vol. 18 Issue 1 Pg. 23-7 (Jan 1995) ISSN: 1079-0268 [Print] England
PMID7640970 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Topics
  • Bone Transplantation
  • Cervical Vertebrae (pathology, surgery)
  • Humans
  • Longitudinal Ligaments (pathology, surgery)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neurologic Examination
  • Ossification, Heterotopic (diagnosis, surgery)
  • Spinal Cord Compression (diagnosis, surgery)
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spinal Stenosis (diagnosis, surgery)

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