The management and treatment of cervical spine injuries.
The cervical spine is a relatively fragile structure traversed by the spinal cord. Injuries to the cervical spine (c-spine) are therefore associated with potentially catastrophic neurological complications. This article illustrates the importance of routine c-spine immobilization in all trauma patients and highlights how early diagnosis of injuries can optimize outcome.
Al-Khateeb
Hesham
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University College Hospital, Cecil Flemming House, Grafton Way, WC1E 6DB.
Oussedik
Sam
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D001268:Atlanto-Axial Joint / Q000293:injuries; D001269:Atlanto-Occipital Joint / Q000293:injuries; D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000293:injuries* / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D010808:Physical Examination; D016103:Spinal Fractures / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy; D014911:Whiplash Injuries / Q000628:therapy