Vertebral body heights

What does "Vertebral body heights" 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

"Vertebral body heights" refers to the size or length of the individual bones in the spine. These bones, known as vertebrae, stack on top of each other to form the spine. When the report says "vertebral body heights are well-maintained", it means that the bones in the spine are of normal size and there is no sign of them being squashed or compressed.

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