Grisel syndrome after velopharyngoplasty.
We describe two patients with Grisel syndrome (atlantoaxial dislocation) after velopharyngoplasty. One required open fixation, while the other was treated with closed reduction and skull traction. Both patients recovered well after long-term follow-up. Early detection and appropiate treatment improve the prognosis.
Isern
Anne Elisabeth
AE
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Malmö University Hospital, Malmö, Sweden. anne.isern@stolav.no
Ohlin
Acke
A
Strömblad
Lars Göran
LG
Johnell
Inga Redlund
IR
Becker
Magnus
M
Svensson
Henry
H
D001268:Atlanto-Axial Joint; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000379:methods; D013517:Otorhinolaryngologic Surgical Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects*; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014681:Velopharyngeal Insufficiency / Q000601:surgery