Ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament of the spine
Ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament of the spine
Definition
A disorder characterized by benign depositions of calcium in the posterior longitudinal ligament. Signs and symptoms result from the compression of nerve roots and include motor and sensory disturbances in the lower and upper extremities, and pain in the neck and arms.
Also known as OPLL, ossification of Posterior longitudinal ligament — per MONDO