Hyperextension teardrop fracture

Case contributed by Ahmed Abdrabou
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Patient is involved in a road traffic accident

Patient Data

Age: 40 years old
Gender: Male

Fracture of the anterior inferior corner of the axis at the attachment site of the anterior longitudinal ligament.

Case Discussion

Hyperextension teardrop fracture is a stable cervical spine injury

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