Anterior transarticular C1–C2 fixation with contralateral screw insertion: a report of two cases and technical note

[摘要] PurposeAnterior transarticular fixation of the C1–C2 vertebrae is a well-known technique that involves screw insertion through the body of the C2 vertebra into the lateral masses of the atlas through an anterior transcervical approach. Meanwhile, contralateral screw insertion has been previously described only in anatomical studies.

[学科分类] 骨科学

[关键词] Anterior transarticular C1–C2 fixation;Atlantoaxial instability;Contralateral screw insertion;Jefferson fracture;Neglected dens fracture