ISSN:
1432-1998
Keywords:
Cervical spine
;
Dens-arch synchondrosis
;
Hangman's fracture
;
Normal variation
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract The synchondrosis between the dens and arch of C2 is a normal structure in infants and children. It is not visible on lateral views of the cervical spine, but is routinely visible on oblique views. In such cases it has a distinct tendency to mimic a C2-arch fracture. The varying appearance of this synchondrosis and its differentiation from a true fracture of C2 are the subjects of this report.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00973999
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