Correlation of the self-reported Leeds assessment of neuropathic symptoms and signs score, clinical neurological examination and MR imaging in patients with lumbo-sacral radiculopathy

Abstract Background Lumbo-sacral radiculopathy (LSR) is a common musculoskeletal disorder for which patients seek medical care and referrals for advanced imaging. However, accurate diagnosis remains challenging. Neuropathic pain screening questionnaires, clinical neurological examination and magneti...

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Main Authors: Nassib Tawa, Ina Diener, Quinette Louw, Anthea Rhoda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-05-01
Series:BMC Neurology
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12883-019-1333-3