Cranio-cervical junction malformation causing cord compression in infant with achondroplasia: a bigger picture

Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder known for short stature and skeletal abnormalities. We present a case of narrowing of the foramen magnum from a large opisthion extending to the spinal canal. Foramen magnum stenosis and cervicomedullary stenosis are potentially life threatening neurological mani...

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Published in:	British journal of neurosurgery Vol. 37; no. 4; pp. 886 - 888
Main Authors:	Caratella, S, Tarazi, M, Tomalieh, F T, Spink, G, Bukhari, S U A, Ahmad, I H, Hussain, M M
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England Taylor & Francis Ltd 01-08-2023
Subjects:	Achondroplasia cervicomedullary compression craniocervical compression foramen magnum compression
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Summary:	Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder known for short stature and skeletal abnormalities. We present a case of narrowing of the foramen magnum from a large opisthion extending to the spinal canal. Foramen magnum stenosis and cervicomedullary stenosis are potentially life threatening neurological manifestations of achondroplasia.
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ISSN:	0268-8697 1360-046X
DOI:	10.1080/02688697.2019.1698009