Sciatic foramen anatomy and common pathologies: a pictorial review

Abdom Radiol (NY). 2022 Jan;47(1):378-398. doi: 10.1007/s00261-021-03265-8. Epub 2021 Oct 18.

Abstract

This article reviews the relevant anatomy, imaging features on computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and management of common processes involving the sciatic foramen. The anatomy of the sciatic foramen is complex and provides an important conduit between the pelvis, gluteus, and lower extremity. This paper reviewed the anatomy, common pathologies, and imaging features of this region including trauma, infection, nerve entrapment, tumor spread, hernia, and vascular anomaly.

Keywords: Anatomy; Computed tomography; Magnetc resonance imaging; Sciatic foramen.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Hernia
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
  • Pelvis*
  • Sciatic Nerve* / anatomy & histology
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed