Radiography of the head and neck Flashcards
1
Q
What is Jefferson’s fracture?
A
A fracture of C1 usually involving both the anterior and posterior arches
Mechanism of injury: axial loading
Not associated with neurologic deficits usually
2
Q
What is Hangman’s Fracture?
A
Fracture separates the posterior aspect of C2 from the anterior aspect of C2, leading to overall widening of the bony canal
Most common fracture of cervical spine
Cause by high-velocity hyperextension
Usually not associated with neurologic deficits
3
Q
What is the flex-teardrop fracture?
A
Caused by hyper flexion-compression
Teardrop fragment comes from anteroinferior aspect of the vertebra body
Spinal cord compression from vertebral body displacement can cause neurological deficits or paralysis
