What does all of this mean? FINDINGS: There is mild scoliosis of the thoracic spine present convex to the LEFT. Thoracic interspaces are normal in height. There are subtle anterolateral osteophytes from several thoracic vertebra. No lytic or blastic changes are apparent on plain films. No fractures are seen on plain films. Findings: There are 5 lumbar type vertebrae. Incidental note is made of minimal spinal dysraphism/clefted-hypoplastic configuration of the L5 right posterior arch. There are minimal / mild degenerative changes of the lower lumbar spine - with minimal / mild facet hypertrophy most notably at L5-S1 L4-5. There are NO compression fractures, subluxations nor pars interarticularis defects. There are a few scattered endplate Schmorl s nodes. There are degenerative changes of the visualized bilateral hips.
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. All this means there is degenerative vertebral column disease, most probably arthritis. Scoliosis means laterally bending of vertebral column. It is mild so no need for aggressive treatment. Dysraphism means no complete occlusion of L5 vertebral arch, this is found occasionally. Shmol nodes are found occasionally too and usually don't cause symptoms or problems. These imaging findings need to be correlated to clinical findings. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.