Lumbar phlebography by catheterization of the lateral sacral and ascending lumbar veins with abdominal compression

• DOI: 10.1007/bf00346075
• Publication Date: 2004-10-29T17:27:55Z
• Authors: J. Theron; J. P. Houtteville; H. Ammerich; A. Alves de Souza; H. Adam; Cl. Thurel; A. Rey; R. Houdart
• Keywords: Neuroradiology

The lumbar epidural veins are opacified by injection of the lateral sacral and ascending lumbar veins with abdominal compression. This technique provides a good opacification of the entire lumbar epidural venous system. Some anatomical points are discussed and clarified. The interest of the technique in the diagnosis of discal herniations is emphasized.