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1
Q

Which segments of the spine are more prone to variation in morphology?

A

L1 and L5

2
Q

What is the number of vertebrae in the normal adult lumbar spine?

A

5 segments

3
Q

Which vertebrae will be identified as typical lumbars?

A

L1-L4

4
Q

Which vertebra will be identified as an atypical lumbar?

A

L5

5
Q

What parts of the vertebra may be used to distinguish L1-L4 from L5?

A
  • vertebral body
  • pedicle
  • articular process
  • transverse process
  • spinous process