The value of contrast-enhanced three-dimensional isotropic T2-weighted turbo spin-echo SPACE sequence in the diagnosis of patients with lumbosacral nerve root compression

Conclusions3D T2-SPACE MRI had a higher sensitivity, specificity, PPV, NPV, and accuracy than 2D MRI for detecting LNRC. The 3D T2-SPACE scan could be a good substitute to routine 2D MRI in LNRC diagnosis, especially for foraminal nerve root compression patients.Level of evidenceIII.

Source: European Spine Journal - September 15, 2020 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research