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MRI findings
| MRI findings | Conventional and contrast MRI | Dynamic FIESTA |
|---|---|---|
| Localised cord atrophy | 9 | 9 |
| Abnormal cervical curvature | 9 | 9 |
| Cord Flattening | 9 | 9 |
| Loss of attachment | 9 | 9 |
| Anterior displacement of dorsal dura on flexion | 9 | 9 |
| Enhancing epidural component | 9 | - |
| Thoracic extension of epidural component | 5 | - |
| Intramedullary signal abnormality | 4 | 4 |
| Prominent flow voids | 4 | 9 |
| Time taken | 30-40 minutes | 6 minutes |
