Atlantoaxial rotatory subluxation following surgical treatment of a cervical teratoma in a child: a case report

Atlantoaxial rotatory subluxation (AARS), characterized by an abnormal alignment of the atlantoaxial joint, is rarely reported after oral and maxillofacial surgery. A 4-year-old girl developed AARS after neck surgery. The child was initially treated with timely treatment for one month. Follow-ups revealed reduced symptoms of neck pain and the tilt disappeared after serial treatment. This case aimed to increase awareness of AARS and provide a reference for oral and maxillofacialsurgeons.
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tags: Short communication Source Type: research