Does the shape of the L5 vertebral body depend on the height of CT slices in the pedicle? Evaluation of the shape of the L5 vertebral body with a multicut CT scan.

Study Design: The shape of the L5 vertebral body was analyzed using a computerized tomography (CT) scan.

Objective: The aim of this study is to determine if the vertebral L5 body shape varies depending on the height of the CT slices through the L5 pedicle.

Summary Of Background Data: The morphometry of L5 has been studied to help the introduction of pedicular screws.