Fracture of C5 before and after osteosynthesis

Case contributed by Sajoscha A. Sorrentino
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Trauma.

Patient Data

Age: 20 years
Gender: Male

Fracture anteroinferior corner of C5, suggestive of extension teardrop fracture.

Anterior fixation of C5 through C7 vertebral bodies with plate and screws.

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