Computed Tomography- and Radiography-Based Morphometric Analysis of the Lateral Mass of the Subaxial Cervical Spine in the Indian Population.

Conclusions: Larger lateral angulation is required for Indian patients, especially females. The screw length can be effectively calculated by analyzing the lateral X-ray. A CT scan should be reserved for specific indications, and a caution must be exercised while inserting C7 lateral mass screws. PMID: 29503678 [PubMed]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29503678?dopt=Abstract

Source: Asian Spine Journal - March 7, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Asian Spine J Source Type: research