Traumatic spondylolisthesis of the axis associated with a spinal cord rupture in T1.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Traumatic spondylolisthesis of the axis is rarely associated with neurological deficit. The authors describe a case of complete tetraplegia due to spinal cord rupture at T1 without any other osteoligamentous lesion at the level. The mechanism of this lesion is discussed; it seems to be due to hyperflexion, with preceding hyperextension responsible for the C2 pedicular fracture.
Medical subject headings
- Cervical Vertebrae
- Quadriplegia
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Spondylolisthesis
Anatomy
- cervical spine