Severe spinal degeneration in Wilson's disease

Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 1994 Feb 1;19(3):372-5. doi: 10.1097/00007632-199402000-00022.

Abstract

This case report is the first to report severe spinal degeneration and destruction in Wilson's disease. The presentation, assessment, and decision making for treatment are discussed. This condition should be considered in patients with Wilson's disease who present with back pain.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Hepatolenticular Degeneration / complications*
  • Humans
  • Intervertebral Disc*
  • Low Back Pain / etiology*
  • Lumbar Vertebrae*
  • Radiography
  • Spinal Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Spinal Diseases / etiology*
  • Spinal Diseases / surgery