Neurological sequelae of reduction of fracture dislocations of the cervical spine.
A retrospective study of 302 cases of cervical spine facet interlocking with neurological signs is presented. These are reviewed as regards aetiology and neurological recovery. There appears to be a neurological advantage in reduction of facet interlocking in this series.
D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000293:injuries*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy*; D010243:Paralysis / Q000150:complications*; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D013119:Spinal Cord Injuries / Q000150:complications; D014143:Traction