Introducing a new possible predisposing risk factor for odontoid type 2 fractures after cervical trauma; Ponticulus posticus anomaly of C1 vertebra
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2021.11.013
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Ponticulus posticus is an anomaly of the atlas. Odontoid fracture type 2 fracture occurs by hyperflexion, hyperextension, lateral flexion, and a combination of these movements. The presence of Ponticulus Posticus anomaly may affect the… read more here.
Keywords: anomaly; fracture; ponticulus posticus; odontoid type ... See more keywords