ISSN:
0942-0940
Keywords:
Cervical spine
;
interbody fusion
;
plate stabilization
;
spinal injury
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Summary The authors present their experience with the use of anterior metal plate fixation in thirty-seven patients with an unstable lower cervical spine injury. The application of a metal plate was simple and achieved immediate stabilization. This alternative method of internal fixation of the cervical spine allowed early mobilization and avoidance of complications from long-term skeletal traction. It short-ened the hospital stay. The purpose of this paper is to describe the principles of this technique and to discuss its indications and applications.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01407177
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