Congenital absence of the posterior arch of the atlas associated with a fracture of the anterior arch

J Bone Joint Surg Br. 2010 Sep;92(9):1300-2. doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.92B9.24071.

Abstract

Structural defects of the posterior arch of the atlas are rare, and range from clefts of variable location and size to more extensive defects such as complete agenesis. These abnormalities are usually incidental radiological findings. We present a case of a fracture of the anterior arch of the atlas associated with a congenital abnormality of the posterior arch.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents / therapeutic use
  • Cervical Atlas / abnormalities*
  • Cervical Atlas / diagnostic imaging
  • Cervical Atlas / injuries*
  • Child
  • Headache / etiology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Musculoskeletal Abnormalities / diagnostic imaging
  • Musculoskeletal Abnormalities / therapy
  • Neck Pain / etiology
  • Neck Pain / therapy
  • Physical Therapy Modalities
  • Spinal Fractures / complications*
  • Spinal Fractures / diagnostic imaging
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents