Atlantoaxial rotatory fixation owing to neck burn.

Romanos, Elie; Ghanem, Ismat; Khalifé, Rami; Dagher, Fernand; Kharrat, Khalil · J Pediatr Orthop B · 2007

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to present a case of severe atlantoaxial rotatory fixation owing to a previously unreported etiology, and to discuss its pathogenesis and management. Conservative measures were unable to prevent progression, thus requiring surgical intervention.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy