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The exact extent of paraspinal granulation tissue and collection is demarcated well on MRI. MRI demonstrates involvement of all the components of the spine, including vertebral body, intervertebral disc, the posterior elements, epidural extension of disease and the spinal cord involvement. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the modality of choice for Pott’s spine and is more sensitive as well as specific than other modalities. Its major role lies in the detection of subtle calcification in the paraspinal collection as well as in providing guidance for targeted aspiration or biopsy. Computed tomographic scanning provides better bony detail and delineation of the pattern of bone destruction, especially in areas that are inaccessible to evaluation by plain X-ray. A minimum of 30% bone mineral loss is required for the lesion to be conspicuous on a plain radiograph. Plain radiographs are usually the initial investigation in spinal TB. Thoracolumbar junction is the most common site of involvement. The paradiscal, central, anterior subligamentous and neural arch are the common patterns of vertebral involvement. Out of the different modalities available, Imaging plays an important role in its diagnosis, deciding management strategies, detects and predicts complications and monitors response to therapy.

Spine is the most common site of skeletal involvement by tuberculosis (TB).

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