Definition
A condition in which the intervertebral disks (which prevent the bony vertebrae from rubbing against one another) gradually deteriorate and shrink. Resulting bone spurs intrude into the spinal canal causing pressure on the spinal nerves.
URL Name
YF-3000-8110
Third Level Code
YF-3000
Taxonomy Code
YF-3000.8110
Parent Code
YF-3000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fourth Level Code
YF-3000-8110
Publication Status
Online