A decision algorithm for choosing a surgical treatment option was based on the degree of deformity stability. Mobile AADs serve as an indication for indirect decompression using instrumental correction of dislocation and atlantoaxial fixation from the posterior approach. In the case of fixed AAD, posterior fixation is complemented by anterior decompression via the transoral approach.
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