Variations in foramen transversarium of cervical spine: an osteological study in dried cervical vertebra of north indian origin with its surgical importance
Abstract:AIM:To examine the variations in number, size, and shape of foramina transversaria (FTs) of cervical vertebrae, and to discuss their clinical importance.
MATERIAL and METHODS:The FTs of 200 dry cervical vertebrae (C3-C7) from 40 spines were studied for the presence of variations in their number (single, double, or triple), size, and shape. The foramina were classified according to their shape depending upon the direction of their main diameter.
RESULTS:Accessory foramina were found in 40 cervical vertebrae. Bi… Show more
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