Van Akkerveeken's lines that differ by more than 3 mm suggest __________.

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Van Akkerveeken's lines are a radiographic finding used to assess the integrity of the anterior and posterior longitudinal ligaments of the spine. Lines that differ by more than 3 mm suggest a disruption or injury to these ligaments, which is indicative of a ligamentous injury. Paget's disease, facet arthrosis, and spinal stenosis would not cause this specific radiographic finding.

Van Akkerveeken's Lines That Differ by More Than 3 Mm