What does "Mild deformity of the right ventral thecal sac and cord" 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.
This phrase refers to a slight change in the shape of the protective covering (the thecal sac) and the cord on the right side of the body. This change is caused by a small, central disc protrusion, which is when a disc in the spine bulges out a bit. This bulging disc is not causing any narrowing of the spinal canal or the openings where the nerves exit the spine.
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