title: Transcervical approach and screw fixation for upper cervical spine pathology.
abstract: The authors report on the use of transcervical approach and screw fixation for upper cervical spine pathology. They describe the direct osteosynthesis for odontoid fractures and atlantoaxial fixation using a screw fixation of the articular processes. The surgical technique is described and its advantages and disadvantages are discussed as are its indications.
mesh_terms: D001863:Bone Screws; D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000601:surgery*; D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000379:methods; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D009809:Odontoid Process / Q000293:injuries; D013123:Spinal Fusion / Q000379:methods; D013124:Spinal Injuries / Q000601:surgery