Definition
A severe form of disc herniation where the inner disc material breaks through the outer layer and extends beyond the disc space, potentially compressing the spinal cord or nerves. It is more serious than a bulge or protrusion.
Disc Extrusion
conditionA disc extrusion is a more severe form of disc herniation in which the soft inner material of a spinal disc breaks through its outer ring and extends beyond the disc space. It can press on nerve roots or the spinal cord, causing strong pain spreading into an arm or leg, numbness or weakness. It is identified on MRI and is more serious than a bulge or protrusion.
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