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This injury exhibit reveals side by side sagittal views (cut-away, from the side) comparing normal anatomy to anatomy after an injury. Specifically shown is a herniated disc to the L5-S1 spine with compression of the thecal sac and neural elements.
© 2012 Nucleus Medical Art/Doctor Stock
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