Atlanto-axial subluxation in Down's syndrome.
A case of atlanto-axial subluxation in a patient with Down's syndrome is described. The gradual deterioration in the patient's locomotor ability caused a delay in diagnosis. Patterns of presentation of this condition are discussed.
Powell
J F
JF
Department of Anaesthetics, Southampton General Hospital.
Woodcock
T
T
Luscombe
F E
FE
D000293:Adolescent; D001268:Atlanto-Axial Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D004314:Down Syndrome / Q000150:complications*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D011014:Pneumonia / Q000209:etiology; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D011859:Radiography; D013117:Spinal Cord Compression / Q000209:etiology