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Indian Journal of Neurosurgery 2013; 02(03): 226-228
DOI: 10.4103/2277-9167.124226
Controversies in Neurosurgery: CVJ Anomaly: For Anterior Decompression With Posterior Fusion
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Case for transoral decompression of craniovertebral junction and C1 and odontoid for fixed atlanto axial dislocation and basilar invagination

Indira Devi Bhagavatula
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18 January 2017 (online)

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Abstract

Transoral decompression of the craniovertebral junction is an established and safe method. Lateral atlanto-axial joints may be distracted and then fused posteriorly in some cases. The decision should be individualized based on the imaging and clinical picture.

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Basilar invagination - fixed atlanto axial dislocation - transoral decompression
 

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