MSCT of the Lumbosacral Spine
Lumbosacral MSCT is a high‑precision exam assessing vertebrae, intervertebral discs, ligaments, spinal canal and adjacent soft tissues. The detail enables detection of herniations, fractures, tumors, inflammatory processes and degenerative changes. The examination is performed on CT Philips Brilliance 64.
Benefits at Brigid Center
Thin slices
~0.5–1 mm for early detection of subtle changes.
Low‑dose protocols
Minimal radiation without image‑quality loss.
Comprehensive
Vertebrae, discs, canal, ligaments, nerve roots, soft tissues.
3D reconstruction
Accurate modeling for surgical planning.
Fast
Scan 10–15 seconds; total ~15 minutes.
Indications
- Intervertebral disc herniations and protrusions.
- Osteochondrosis; spondylosis.
- Compression fractures.
- Osteoporosis.
- Vertebral instability.
- Spinal‑canal stenosis.
- Vertebral tumors; metastases.
- Congenital anomalies.
- Hematomas, hemorrhage, trauma.
- Rheumatic disease.
What does MSCT show?
- Vertebral bodies/arches; facet joints; osteophytes.
- Intervertebral discs: herniations, protrusions, desiccation.
- Spinal‑canal stenosis/dilation; lateral recesses.
- Dural structures (indirect) and meningeal assessment.
- Nerve roots; indirect signs of root compression.
- Paravertebral soft tissues; inflammatory infiltrates/abscesses.
- Compression fractures; post‑traumatic changes; spondylolisthesis.
- Osteoporotic involvement; metastases; primary tumors.
Preparation
- No preparation required.
- If contrast planned: 4‑hour fasting and creatinine test.
- Remove metal items.
Procedure
- Lie on the table moving through the CT gantry.
- Brief breath‑hold instructions may be given.
- Scan takes 10–15 seconds; total ~15 minutes, longer with contrast.
Equipment
- Philips Brilliance CT with high spatial resolution.
- Low‑dose modes; precise multiplanar/3D reconstructions.
- Structured radiology report.
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