Abstract
The retrospective analysis of 131 patients suffering from a fracture of the ring of the axis is reported. The injury was classified into three types according to radiological displacement and stability. Associated injuries and neurological deficit are discussed and a theory of pathogenesis presented. Guidelines for the management of each type of fracture are proposed.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Axis, Cervical Vertebra / injuries*
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Braces
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Child
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Child, Preschool
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Female
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Fractures, Bone / classification*
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Fractures, Closed / classification*
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Fractures, Closed / diagnostic imaging
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Fractures, Closed / therapy
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Nervous System Diseases / etiology
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Radiography
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Retrospective Studies
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Traction
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Wounds and Injuries / complications