Spine: spondylolisthesis: practice question

A Orthopaedics question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Orthopaedics · Spine: spondylolisthesis

Sample item

Anterior displacement of one vertebral body on another is called what?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Spondylolisthesis

This item reviews Spine: spondylolisthesis; Spondylolisthesis is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Osteomyelitis

    Osteomyelitis is not supported by the defining findings.

  • B. Kyphosis

    Kyphosis is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

  • C. Scoliosis

    Scoliosis does not match the stated presentation.

  • D. Spondylolisthesis (correct)

    Correct. Spondylolisthesis directly fits the key features in the stem.

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What is the answer to this Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is D, Spondylolisthesis. This item reviews Spine: spondylolisthesis; Spondylolisthesis is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Why is "Osteomyelitis" not the answer?

Osteomyelitis is not supported by the defining findings.

Why is "Kyphosis" not the answer?

Kyphosis is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

Why is "Scoliosis" not the answer?

Scoliosis does not match the stated presentation.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Spine: spondylolisthesis in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Spondylolisthesis directly fits the key features in the stem.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Spine: spondylolisthesis?

Pair each fracture with its classic complication and nerve injured. Then use the flashcards and the other Orthopaedics questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.