C-Spine Flashcards
1
Q
What are the important measurements to look for on C-spine?
A
Basion-Dens Interval
Posterior-Axial Line
Atlanto-Occipital Line
2
Q
What defines cervical spine pathology; dislocation, distraction/subluxation?
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3
Q
What are the patterns of injury with hyperflexion of the c-spine?
A
- hyper-flexion sprain
- anterior subluxationon
- bilateral facet joint dislocation
4
Q
In hyperflexion sprain what ligaments of the c-spine are damaged?
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5
Q
In anterior subluxation what ligaments of the c-spine are damaged?
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6
Q
What is the pattern of injury to look out for in hyperflexion c-spine injuries?
A
7
Q
What are the 4 patterns of injury in hyperflexion spectrum?
A
- hyperflexion sprain
- anterior subluxation
- bilateral facet joint dislocation
- flexion tear drop
8
Q
Are the facets widened or narrowed with degenerative change?
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