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Sagittal MRI image showing C4-C5,C5-C6,C6-C7 disc herniation with caudal migration behind the vertebral body.
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MRI scan showed cervical disc prolapsed at C4-C5, C5-C6, and C6-C7 without any evidence of myelomalacia (Figure 1).
Axial MRI image at C4-C5 level showing compression of right side of cord.
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The axial MRI images revealed right paracentral disc herniation causing hemicord compression (Figures 2 and 3).
Images showing hemicompression at C5-C6,C6-C7 levels.
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The axial MRI images revealed right paracentral disc herniation causing hemicord compression (Figures 2 and 3).
One year postoperative AP view and lateral view.
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After the decompression, interbody fusion was performed using a mesh cage with autologous bone graft which was further supported by an anterior cervical plate (Figures 4(a) and 4(b)).