Posterior Atlanto-axial Fusion: a New Compression Clamp for Laminar Osteosynthesis

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Journal Arch Orthop Trauma Surg (1978)

Specialty Orthopedics

Date 1982 Jan 1

PMID 7125871

Citations 7

Authors

K Roosen

A Trauschel

W Grote

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Abstract

A new method of dorsal arthrodesis in patients with atlanto-axial instability of different etiology is described. In three patients solid laminar osteosynthesis C1/C2 was achieved by insertion of an autogenous cortico-cancellous bone graft into the interlaminar space and by a bilateral application of the lately developed metal clamp. The technical principles of the clamp guarantee a permanent pressure on the graft and a solid initial stability in the segment. Additional external fixation and immobilization of the patient are not necessary. Complications as known from other procedures of the atlanto-axial dorsal fusion will be prevented efficiently.

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