Editorial

Stabilization of the C1-C2 Articulation

Authors: John Glaser, MD

Abstract

When assessing a new technique or a modification of an existing one, surgeons very rarely have the luxury of high level randomized prospective studies on which to base their decisions. This is certainly the case when considering the surgical options for stabilization of the C1-2 articulation.

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References

1. Fountas KN, Kapsalaki EZ, Karampelas I, et al. C1-C2 transarticular screw fixation for atlantoaxial instability. South Med J 2004;97:1042–1048.