Fractures and Dislocations of the Cervicothoracic Junction

Cervicothoracic junction instability should be stabilized with the circumferential fusion. In addition, cervicothoracic junctional area should be examined carefully in acute traumatic injury not only to confirm hidden lesions but also to make the proper surgical plans. Here, three patients who under...

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Published in:	Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society Vol. 42; no. 3; pp. 211 - 215
Main Authors:	Kim, Jin-Wook, Jeong, Ju-Ho
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	Korean
Published:	대한신경외과학회 01-09-2007
Subjects:	신경외과학 Pedicle screw Anterior fusion Lateral mass screw Cervicothoracic injury
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Summary:	Cervicothoracic junction instability should be stabilized with the circumferential fusion. In addition, cervicothoracic junctional area should be examined carefully in acute traumatic injury not only to confirm hidden lesions but also to make the proper surgical plans. Here, three patients who underwent cervicothoracic arthrodesis at our institution are presented with a review of literature.
Bibliography:	KISTI1.1003/JNL.JAKO200717960233553 G704-001031.2007.42.3.010 http://kmbase.medric.or.kr/Main.aspx?d=KMBASE&m=VIEW&i=1001920070420030211
ISSN:	2005-3711 1598-7876