Spinal Fractures Flashcards
1
Q
What are the indications for instability of the cervical spine?
A
Increased intervertebral distance
Widening of the facet joints
> 25% vertebral compression
More than 1 vertebrae involved
Increased height between the intervertebral discs
2
Q
What is a hangman’s fracture?
A
Bilateral fracture through pars interarticularis with subluxation of C2 & C3
