Atlantoaxial Stabilization by Posterior C1 and C2 Screw-Rod Fixation for Various Pathologies: Case Series and Comprehensive Review of Literature

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Abstract

We retrospectively analyzed atlantoaxial dislocation (AAD) of various pathologies, namely, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), os odontoideum, and trauma. Various techniques were discussed in relation to C1-C2 stabilization. The study aims to share our clinical experience in a series of six cases of C1-C2 instability that underwent posterior C1-C2 fusion, with free hand technique and limited fluoroscopy. The clinicoradiological presentation for each patient is described. We reviewed different literatures related to our case vividly and focused on the basic neuroanatomy involved in the atlantoaxial joint. All patients of AAD had evidence of severe canal compromise and chronic compressive spinal cord changes. In our study, the patients age ranged from 28 to 52 years. The study included four males and two females. Out of six patients of AAD, three had history of trauma, two had os odontoideum, and one had chronic inflammatory condition (RA). From our case series, we concluded that the Goel-Harms technique is the most versatile and surgeon friendly technique for C1-C2 fixation. Early recognition and surgical intervention of atlantoaxial joint instability is essential to prevent catastrophic neurological complications.

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Unni, C., Pettakkandy, V., P., A. J., Soren, S. K., & Vineeth, K. K. (2021, April 1). Atlantoaxial Stabilization by Posterior C1 and C2 Screw-Rod Fixation for Various Pathologies: Case Series and Comprehensive Review of Literature. Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice. Georg Thieme Verlag. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0041-1722838

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