The morphological classification and clinical significance of atlas vertebral artery sulcus based on computed tomography three-dimensional reconstruction

ConclusionNo process type of the atlas vertebral artery sulcus was the most common, and the medial angle and cephalad angle of the atlas pedicle in this type were the smallest. When pedicle screws are inserted, the above two angles should not be too large. Male's ao was larger than that of female's. All these findings should be considered to avoid the deviation of the nail track.

Source: Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy - January 30, 2023 Category: Anatomy Source Type: research