Congenital absence of the posterior arch of the atlas associated with a fracture of the anterior arch.
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چکیده
Structural defects of the posterior arch of the atlas are rare, and range from clefts of variable location and size to more extensive defects such as complete agenesis. These abnormalities are usually incidental radiological findings. We present a case of a fracture of the anterior arch of the atlas associated with a congenital abnormality of the posterior arch.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume
دوره 92 9 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2010