Interbody portion of L5

What does "Interbody portion of L5" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "interbody portion of L5" refers to a specific part of the lower spine. The spine is made up of several small bones, called vertebrae, stacked on top of each other. L5 is the name of the fifth and lowest of these vertebrae in the lumbar, or lower, region of the spine. The interbody portion is the front part of the vertebra, which is involved in carrying most of the body's weight and is located between the disc spaces.

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