Case study 133 | Type 2 odontoid fracture treated by Odontoid screw | explained by Dr. Betsy Grunch

Case study 133 - Type 2 Odontoid fracture (c2) treated by Odontoid screw
An odontoid fracture is a break in the odontoid, a peg-like part of the second bone in the neck, or C2 vertebra. These fractures can be caused by trauma to the cervical spine, such as hyperflexion, extension, or shear forces. In younger people, high-energy trauma from accidents like diving, skiing, or motor vehicles can cause odontoid fractures. In older people, lower energy impacts like falls can cause them.
Odontoid fractures are one of the most common and controversial injuries to the cervical spine, and they can be associated with high rates of morbidity, mortality, and nonunion.
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[@73Arland]

Wow, amazing recovery for that patient.

[@arturmd1]

Thanks
Very good presentation!

[@TheImanuelita]

Never thought I needed to hear this but the way you explained it is very interesting. Thank you ❤

[@DavidGeppertRecycling]

I now have tons of info on a subject I hope I never need to know anything about. Great video, not sure why CZcams thought I'd like it but I did, and you described everything so well that even a trash guy could understand it. Amazing work, fortunate patient!

[@lminn8647]

My uncle broke his neck snowmobiling. The first X-ray they missed the fracture. They were going to transfer him to another hospital. Before they transferred him, they repeated the x-ray’s and saw it. They put him in a halo. Every once in a while the screws would get a little loose. He would call my dad and my dad would tighten them for him. He recovered fine but had reduced range of motion. He also had tiny bald spots where the screws were.

[@corinnekenny8401]

I had a feisty old fellow who had osteoporosis, and the pins of the halo frame would not hold in his skull. We wound up having to use a Minerva brace on him.

[@lisaionni9434]

As an X-ray tech, I appreciate this! Do you know how hard it is to x-ray a sternum?😅

[@Violetrn76]

Older folks that are unsteady, especially those that use a walker or a cane, should have an occupational therapy home evaluation for safety!!!!