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KMID : 0388720180250040175
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Journal of Korean Society of Spine Surgery
2018 Volume.25 No. 4 p.175 ~ p.179
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Loss of Disc Height after Spontaneous Regression of a Herniated Lumbar Disc: A Case Report
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Kim Hyoung-Bok
Chung Hoon-Jae
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Abstract
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Study Design: Case report.
Objectives: We report 3 cases of loss of disc height after spontaneous regression of a herniated lumbar disc.
Summary of Literature Review: Reports of spontaneous regression of a herniated lumbar disc were identified.
Materials and Methods: We conservatively treated 3 patients who were diagnosed with a herniated lumbar disc. During outpatient follow-up, radiating pain improved in all patients, but they complained of chronic lower back pain. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was performed for diagnostic purposes.
Results: On MRI, spontaneous regression of the herniated lumbar discs was observed, but loss of disc height was also found.
Conclusions: A herniated lumbar disc may be a risk factor for loss of disc height. It is important to recognize that a patient with a herniated lumbar disc can struggle with chronic lower back pain even if spontaneous regression of the herniated lumbar disc occurs.
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KEYWORD
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Spontaneous regression, Herniated lumbar disc, Loss of disc height
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