Transverse fracture of the second sacral vertebra: description of a clinical case
Rotini, R.; Miceli, D.; Noia, F.; Fontanesi, G.
La Chirurgia Degli Organi di Movimento 83(3): 309-314
1998
ISSN/ISBN: 0009-4749 PMID: 10052241 Document Number: 485293
The authors report a rare case of transverse fracture of the second sacral vertebra that was isolated, with neurologic deficit, and treated conservatively by reduction opposing the trauma mechanism, and immobilization in plaster. After 22 months there was good neurologic recovery, although some perineal sensory disorders persisted, as did sexual deficit. This method is believed to be a valid one as an alternative to surgery, which is difficult, and not without complications.