Odontoid fracture - pediatric

Discussion:

Initial survey cleared the chest and pelvis. ED staff were unhappy to clear the neck and referred her to orthopedics who cleared the spine and requested facial views which were done.

In the morning a CT facial bones was requested. At this point the cervical films were reviewed and an odontoid fracture was identified. 

CT confirmed the presence of a comminuted displaced type II odontoid fracture.

The patient was transferred to a neurosurgical center. Conservative treatment in a halo was initiated.

The patient is doing well with no adverse effects.

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