Hello,
The findings of the MRI scan depict multiple changes in the
spinal cord, namely narrowing of the lumen, especially at the C5-C6 levels, i.e., the base of the neck. The anterior spurs being mentioned are known as osteophytes that can possibly be part of the aging process or associated with degenerative conditions of the spine,
spinal stenosis, or
arthritis.
The broad bulge with CSF almost completely effaced at C5/C6 and C6/C7 means that the weakened disc is bulging out and the space for CSF (
cerebrospinal fluid) that acts as a cushion is significantly decreased. The findings overall depict
cervical spine stenosis with foramen narrowing that can lead to nerve compression and signs and symptoms in the form of pain, tingling, and patchy loss of sensation in the neck, arm, and hand.
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Dr. Raminder Sandhu, Infectious Diseases Specialist