Lumbar Disc Injuries with Initial Laser Disc Decompression - Medical Illustration, Human Anatomy Drawing
This stock medical exhibit describes the appearance and management of a central to left side herniated disc at L5-S1 in the lower back. After detailing the injuries, surgical images illustrate the following: 1. Insertion of a needle at the L5-S1 interspace; 2. Vaporizing portion of damaged disc. The post-operative condition is described in the final image - decreased the size of the hernaition and decompressed nerve roots.