Crystal arthropathy of the lumbar spine: a report of 4 cases.
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Abstract
Gout or pseudogout, caused by deposition of crystals, rarely affects the spine. We report 4 cases with gout or pseudogout in the lumbar spine. Two had cauda equina syndrome and another 2 had spinal stenosis. To avoid unnecessary surgery, this should be considered in the differential diagnosis when treating patients with histories of gout or pseudogout for spinal problems.
Medical subject headings
- Chondrocalcinosis
- Gout
- Lumbar Vertebrae
- Spinal Diseases
Anatomy
- lumbar spine