title: [Atlanto-axial arthrodesis by anterior retropharyngeal intermaxillo-hyoidal approach].
abstract: The authors describe the surgical technique of atlanto-axial fixation using a transcervical anterior approach. The cartilage of the articular processes of C1 and C2 are excised. A screw fixation of the articular processes is performed with two spongious screws. These are perpendicular to the articular surfaces. The trend is to obtain a bilateral articular fusion. The indications are discussed.
mesh_terms: D001268:Atlanto-Axial Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D013123:Spinal Fusion / Q000379:methods*
vernacular_title: Arthrodèse atloïdo-axoïdienne par abord antérieur intermaxillo-hyoïdien rétropharyngé.