Modic Classification

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The Modic classification was published in 1988[^1] and is a radiological classification used to describe changes in the endplates of the vertebral bodies on MRI.

Modic classification

Modic type

T1 MRI signal

T2 MRI signal

Type I

Hypointense

Hyperintense

Type II

Hyperintense

Isointense or hyperintense

Type III

Hypointense

Hypointense

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  • Citation added: “Modic MT, Steinberg PM, Ross JS, Masaryk TJ, Carter JR. Degenerative disk disease: assessment of changes in vertebral body marrow with MR imaging. Radiology. January 1988:193-199.”
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  • Citation added: “Modic MT, Steinberg PM, Ross JS, Masaryk TJ, Carter JR. Degenerative disk disease: assessment of changes in vertebral body marrow with MR imaging. Radiology. January 1988:193-199.”

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