A C1-2 locked facet in a child with atlantoaxial rotatory fixation. Case report

J Neurosurg. 2005 Dec;103(6 Suppl):563-6. doi: 10.3171/ped.2005.103.6.0563.

Abstract

Conservative treatment is reported in a child with atlantoaxial rotatory fixation. Three-dimensional (3D) computerized tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging demonstrated the degree of dislocation and alar ligament damage. A rigid cervical collar and muscle relaxant agents without any traction allowed full recovery. Control 3D CT scanning and MR imaging findings are reported.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Atlanto-Axial Joint / diagnostic imaging
  • Atlanto-Axial Joint / injuries*
  • Atlanto-Axial Joint / pathology
  • Braces
  • Cervical Vertebrae / physiopathology*
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional
  • Joint Dislocations / diagnosis*
  • Joint Dislocations / physiopathology
  • Joint Dislocations / therapy
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Neuromuscular Agents / therapeutic use
  • Spinal Injuries / diagnosis*
  • Spinal Injuries / physiopathology
  • Spinal Injuries / therapy
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*

Substances

  • Neuromuscular Agents