J Korean Neurosurg Soc.
2007 Sep;42(3):211-215.
Fractures and Dislocations of the Cervicothoracic Junction
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Neurosurgery, College of Medicine, Dongguk University Gyeongju Hospital, Gyeongju, Korea. ktokhou@hanmail.net
Abstract
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Cervicothoracic junction instability should be stabilized with the circumferential fusion. In addition, cervicothoracic junctional area should be examined carefully in acute traumatic injury not only to confirm hidden lesions but also to make the proper surgical plans. Here, three patients who underwent cervicothoracic arthrodesis at our institution are presented with a review of literature.