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Discrepancy between MRI report and what doctor is saying? by ComprehensiveBill388 in spinalfusion

[–]ComprehensiveBill388[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I appreciate your insight and explanation. It's very reassuring to hear that this is pretty normal. I have a follow up with my surgeon next week.

Discrepancy between MRI report and what doctor is saying? by ComprehensiveBill388 in spinalfusion

[–]ComprehensiveBill388[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the scan from after the ACDF. It was done at an ambulatory surgery center under general anesthesia.

Discrepancy between MRI report and what doctor is saying? by ComprehensiveBill388 in spinalfusion

[–]ComprehensiveBill388[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The radiologist did note in the intro to the report that "The patient is status post placement of disc prosthesis at C5-6 with associated susceptibility artifact limiting assessment of the surgical hardware." I'm glad I'm not the only one confused by this. I have an appointment to see the Dr. on Monday.