Comparison of the biochemical and radiological criteria for lumbar disc degeneration

ConclusionsThe KS level and the KS/ChS ratio were high in patients with marked radiological degeneration on lumbar MRI, demonstrating the sensitivity and reliability of the Pfirrmann five-stage grading system for showing radiological degeneration.
Source: Polish Journal of Neurology and Neurosurgery - Category: Neurosurgery Source Type: research