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.
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Authors | A C Shen, K S Yonemura |
Journal | The journal of spinal cord medicine
(J Spinal Cord Med)
Vol. 18
Issue 1
Pg. 23-7
(Jan 1995)
ISSN: 1079-0268 [Print] England |
PMID | 7640970
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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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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