Fracture of the odontoid process in children: A case report - 03/06/09


Summary |
The authors report a case of apophysial fracture of the odontoid process in association with paresis of the upper extremities in a 5-year-old child. The fracture was treated by gradual guided self-reduction without anaesthesia, followed by a Minerva jacket cast immobilisation. Reduction was anatomical, and the neurological problems regressed within 48hours.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Children Odontoid fracture, Epiphyseal separation of the odontoid
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Vol 95 - N° 3
P. 234-236 - mai 2009 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.