Jan 13, 2024 · A transitional vertebra is one that has indeterminate characteristics and features of vertebrae from adjacent vertebral segments. They occur at the junction between spinal …

Feb 11, 2025 · Lumbosacral transitional vertebrae (LSTV) are a relatively common variant and can be seen in ~25% (range 15-35%) of the general population 1-3. Non-recognition of this …

Oct 7, 2021 · Lumbar (or 13th) ribs are a rare anatomical variant and represent transitional vertebrae at the thoracolumbar junction with a prevalence of ~1% 1. It presents as an …

Regarding vertebral numbering, TLTV was most frequently identified at T13, with the highest incidence of dysplastic rib types B and C. The most frequent combinations of presacral …

The thoracic spine is composed of 12 vertebrae. The vertebral bodies increase in size from superior to inferior. Anatomically, a thoracic vertebra consists of a vertebral arch, vertebral …

In two specimens of the selection (f = 2), an additional 13th thoracic vertebra was present which functioned as a transitional vertebra. This study concluded that one can accurately identify the …

Avulsion of both thoracic (T)13 and lumbar (L)1 dorsal roots induces mechanical allodynia four dermatomal levels (L5/L6) below the site of injury, measured in the hindpaw. Here, the …

By convention, the human thoracic vertebrae are numbered T1–T12, with the first one (T1) located closest to the skull and the others going down the spine toward the lumbar region. …

Mar 22, 2022 · A CT scan can show the shape and size of your spinal canal, its contents and the bone around it. It helps diagnose bone spurs, osteophytes, bone fusion and bone destruction …

The thoracic vertebrae form the thoracic spine, a slightly dorsoconvex bony rod, characterized by its limited flexibility.