What Does My MRI Scan Report Indicate?

Posted on Fri, 20 Oct 2017

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Fri, 20 Oct 2017 Answered on

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Question : I recently had an MRI on my neck and am looking for a second opinion and best next steps based on a written report. 6 days of oral methyl predneselone. No significant relief. Pain and weakness in left arm.

What are recommended next steps? Is surgery warranted?

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (59 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I highly recommend surgery!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.

I have reviewed your symptoms and the attached report. Surgery is your best way out. The compression of the nerve is significant and without surgery, it is highly unlikely that you would overcome it.

I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be. Keep me updated with your final treatment choice.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Ivo Ditah (6 hours later)

Thank you for your response. Do you have an opinion on what type of cervical surgery is most appropriate? I'm an elite level rockclimber. Thanks

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Decomprssion!

Detailed Answer:
HI,

The main goal of the surgery would be to free the compressed nerve by reducing surrounding tissues.

I wish you well.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar