disc herniation

extension of disc material beyond the posterior annulus fibrosus and posterior longitudinal ligament and into the spinal canal.

Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

disc her·ni·a·tion

(disk hĕr'nē-ā'shŭn)

Extension of disc material beyond the posterior anulus fibrosus and posterior longitudinal ligament and into the spinal canal.

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

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