A rational approach to burst fractures of the atlas

Schlicke, L.H.; Callahan, R.A.

Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research 154: 18-21

1981


ISSN/ISBN: 0009-921X
PMID: 7471552
Document Number: 177994
The stability of a burst fracture of the atlas (Jefferson's fracture) should be determined in order to decide upon the appropriate treatment. Unstable fractures include those with a rupture of the transverse ligament, or those in which union has been incomplete despite treatment. An occiput-to-C2 or in atlantoaxial arthrodesis may be indicated.

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