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CT scan of L3-L4 and L4-L5 discs with signs of degeneration and protrusions.
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The CT scan showed L3-L4 disc degeneration, L4-L5 disc protrusion and no spinal fracture or other bony changes (Fig. 1).
MRI with gadolinium contrast of spondylodiscitis at L4-L5 level, a forming epidural abscess causing dural sac compression at the same level, and contrast enhancement of L3, L4 and L5 vertebral bodies.
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An emergency MRI revealed spondylodiscitis at L4-L5 level with an epidural abscess causing dural sac compression, contrast enhancement of L3, L4 and L5 vertebral bodies, and abscesses in the paraspinal muscles (Fig. 2).
Follow-up CT scan at 9-months after treatment showing with signs of fusion.
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A CT scan was performed at 9-months after surgery (Fig. 3).