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Muscle hypertrophy due to compression of the L5 nerve root

M Kottlors, K Müller, FX Glocker · Klinische Neurophysiologie · 2006 · Heft 03

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Zeitschrift
Klinische Neurophysiologie
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M Kottlors, K Müller, FX Glocker
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Heft 03 / 2006
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Erschienen: 2006-03-24 00:00:00
ISSN
1434-0275
DOI
10.1055/s-2006-939208

Zusammenfassung

Neurogenic hypertrophy of the calves is well known as a result of S1 radiculopathy. Here we report a case of a discogenic compression of the L5 nerve root followed by a hypertrophy of the ventral compartment of the lower leg and to a lesser extent of the calf muscles. Case report: A 49-year-old man suffered from transient sciatica with radiating pain on the left side two years earlier. Further on he noticed a painless progressive enlargement of the left lower leg. Findings: Physical examination revealed a marked enlargement of the left tibialis anterior muscle, the peroneal muscles and the left calf. Nerve condu…

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