Lytic Spondylolisthesis
Lytic Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolytic spondylolisthesis occurs when one of the vertebrae in the spine slips forward as a result of a break. This most often occurs in the lumbar area of the spine. The fracture most often occurs during adolescence and goes unnoticed until adulthood. Most patients do not experience symptoms with this type of spondylolisthesis and are often surprised an x-ray shows signs of slippage. Patients typically visit the doctor with low back pain or leg pain.
Diagnosis is made upon examination of the back while imaging tests can be used to confirm diagnosis.