Vertebral body marrow signal

What does "Vertebral body marrow signal" 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 marrow signal" refers to the appearance of the inner part of the spinal bones, known as the marrow, on a medical imaging scan. This signal can show doctors how healthy the marrow is. If the signal is described as normal, it means that the marrow appears to be healthy and normal based on the scan.

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