Open AccessAlternative technique of C1-2-3 stabilization-sectioning of muscles attached to C2 spinous process and C2-3 fixation
Author(s) -
Atul Goel,
Abhinandan Patil,
Abhidha Shah,
Sandeep More,
Ravikiran Vutha,
Shashi Ranjan
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
journal of craniovertebral junction and spine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.38
H-Index - 23
eISSN - 0976-9285
pISSN - 0974-8237
DOI - 10.4103/jcvjs.jcvjs_114_20
Subject(s) - spinous process , medicine , atlas (anatomy) , fixation (population genetics) , atlantoaxial instability , anatomy , vertebra , odontoid process , ligament , surgery , cervical spine , population , environmental health
An alternative technique of C1-2-3 fixation is described that blocks the critical anteroposterior odontoid process movements and retains rotatory movement at the atlantoaxial joint. The technique involves sharp section of the muscles attached to the C2 spinous process and C2-3 transarticular interfacetal screw fixation.