C1 lateral mass reduction screws for treating atlantoaxial dislocations: Bringing ease by modification

Conclusion: C1 lateral mass reduction screw in C1-C2 fixation helps in reduction of AAD and BI (Type A) even in difficult cases of CVJ anomalies with intraoperative technical ease, reduced operative time, no need for special instruments or complex maneuvers, and avoiding potential neurological injury.

https://www.jcvjs.com/text.asp?2022/13/2/140/347331

Source: Journal of Craniovertebral Junction and Spine - June 13, 2022 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Deepak Kumar Singh Vipul Pathak Neha Singh Rakesh Kumar Singh Mohammad Kaif Kuldeep Yadav Source Type: research