Volume-Outcome Relationship in Halo Vest Utilization for C2 Fractures

The prevalence of C2 fractures has increased in recent years. The treatment of these fractures include halo-vest immobilization (HVI), rigid cervical collar, or spinal fusion. There is controversy regarding the management of these fractures with different institutions having their own protocols based on individualized experience. The volume-outcome relationship of HVI use for C2 fractures has not been studied. Evaluation of such relationships are important as they suggest that patients may benefit from referral to and treatment at high-volume institutions.

Source: The Spine Journal - May 27, 2020 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Etka Kurucan, Aron Sulovari, Caroline Thirukumaran, Alexander Greenstein, Robert Molinari, Addisu Mesfin Source Type: research