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Orthop. Clin. North Am. · Jan 2012
ReviewSubaxial cervical and cervicothoracic fixation techniques--indications, techniques, and outcomes.
- Miguel A Pelton, Joseph Schwartz, and Kern Singh.
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, 1611 West Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.
- Orthop. Clin. North Am. 2012 Jan 1;43(1):19-28, vii.
AbstractThe subaxial and cervicothoracic junction is a relatively difficult area for spine surgeons to navigate. Because of different transitional stressors at the junction of the smaller cervical vertebrae and the larger thoracic segments, proximity to neurovascular structures, and complex anatomy, extreme care and precision must be assumed during fixation in these regions. Lateral mass screws, pedicle screws, and translaminar screws are currently the standard of choice in the subaxial cervical and upper thoracic spine. This article addresses the relevant surgical anatomy, pitfalls, and pearls associated with each of these fixation techniques.Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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