Table 2

Comparison of C2 pedicle morphometry between patients with and without FJP.

Computed Tomography MeasurementNon-FJP Screw Placement (n = 60)FJP Screw Placement (n = 8) P Value
Width, mm7.5 ± 2.17.4 ± 1.10.88
Length, mm32.2 ± 2.931.7 ± 1.30.59
Height, mm7.7 ± 1.47.4 ± 1.10.48
Transverse angle43.0° ± 3.4°42.3° ± 2.5°0.55
  • Abbreviation: FJP, facet joint penetration.

  • Note: All data are represented as mean ± SD.