Instability between C1 and C2
Instability between C1 and C2 usually has a result of disruption of the transverse ligament and can lead to anterior translation of C1 on C2. This results in compression of the brain stem between the posterior arch of C1 and the odontoid process.
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C1 – C2
Neural: Brainstem and spinal cord
Dura
None
C1 – C2 subluxation and compression of spinal cord
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Composite (3/4), Front, Lateral, Caudal