A spinal osteochondroma is a noncancerous bony growth that develops on the surface of a vertebra. Most are found unexpectedly but some can press on nearby structures. An MRI may show a bony projection arising from a vertebra consistent with an osteochondroma. Finding a spinal osteochondroma allows for monitoring and surgical removal if it puts pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots.
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