[Lateral atlanto-axial arthrodesis (author's transl)].
The authors describe the surgical technique of atlanto-axial fixation using a bilateral lateral approach. The cartilage of the articular processes of C1 and C2 are excised and the joints grafted. A screw fixation of the articular processes is performed. 8 cases are reported.
D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D001368:Axis, Cervical Vertebra / Q000601:surgery*; D001270:Cervical Atlas / Q000601:surgery*; D020209:Cranial Nerve Injuries; D006801:Humans
Arthrodèse atloïdo-axoïdienne par voie latérale.