C1 isolated anterior arch fracture: Difference between revisions
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*Rule out [[Jefferson fracture|burst fracture]] | *Rule out [[Jefferson fracture|burst fracture]] | ||
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*Axial compression, hyperextension, or lateral compression | *Axial compression, hyperextension, or lateral compression | ||
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*CT test of choice to eval for associated fracture's | *CT test of choice to eval for associated fracture's | ||
*MRI can evaluate ligamentous injury (transverse ligament is primary AA jxn stabilizer) | *MRI can evaluate ligamentous injury (transverse ligament is primary AA jxn stabilizer) | ||
Latest revision as of 13:17, 24 October 2020
Background
- Stable Cervical spine fracture
- Also called a Landells Atlas Type I fracture or plough fracture
- Rule out burst fracture
Vertebral fractures and dislocations types
- Cervical fractures and dislocations
- Thoracic and lumbar fractures and dislocations
Clinical Features
- Axial compression, hyperextension, or lateral compression
Differential Diagnosis
Neck Trauma
- Penetrating neck trauma
- Blunt neck trauma
- Cervical injury
- Neurogenic shock
- Spinal cord injury
Diagnosis
- CT test of choice to eval for associated fracture's
- MRI can evaluate ligamentous injury (transverse ligament is primary AA jxn stabilizer)
Management
- Hard collar for 6-12 weeks
- Neurosurgery may prefer Halo immobilization
- Prehospital Immobilization see NAEMSP National Guidelines for Spinal Immobilization
Disposition
- Usually discharge (if truly isolated) in consultation with neurosurgery