Abstract:Introduction: Representing up to 15% of cervical injuries, odontoid type II fractures may cause spinal cord compression through atlanto-axial instability. Anterior screw fixation provides direct fracture site stability, high fusion rate and most importantly keeping cervical spine move free. We will highlight success keys in early experience for better outcome. Methods: We operated ten cases with traumatic type II odontoid fractures in neurotrauma unit, Cairo University hospitals from March 2015 till June 2017.… Show more
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