Cervical fracture

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Cervical fracture
Synonyms Broken neck
Pronounce N/A
Specialty Orthopedics, Neurosurgery
Symptoms Neck pain, neurological deficits, muscle weakness
Complications Spinal cord injury, paralysis, death
Onset Sudden
Duration Varies
Types N/A
Causes Trauma, falls, motor vehicle accidents, sports injuries
Risks Osteoporosis, high-impact sports, elderly age
Diagnosis Physical examination, X-ray, CT scan, MRI
Differential diagnosis Cervical strain, cervical spondylosis, herniated disc
Prevention N/A
Treatment Immobilization, surgery, physical therapy
Medication N/A
Prognosis Varies depending on severity
Frequency Common in trauma cases
Deaths N/A


Cervical Fracture A Cervical Fracture is a break in one or more of the seven cervical vertebrae (the bones in the neck). This type of fracture is typically caused by high-energy trauma, such as car accidents or falls.

Causes[edit]

The most common causes of a cervical fracture include:

Symptoms[edit]

Symptoms of a cervical fracture can vary greatly depending on the severity of the injury, but may include:

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of a cervical fracture typically involves a physical examination and imaging tests, such as:

Treatment[edit]

Treatment for a cervical fracture depends on the severity of the injury, but may include:

Prognosis[edit]

The prognosis for a cervical fracture depends on the severity of the injury and the patient's overall health. Some people may recover fully, while others may have long-term complications.

Gallery[edit]

  • Cervical fracture
    Cervical fracture
  • Cervical fracture dislocation C6-C7
    Cervical fracture dislocation C6-C7
  • Teardrop fracture C3 CT marked
    Teardrop fracture C3 CT marked
  • Teardrop fracture C3
    Teardrop fracture C3
  • X-ray of vertebral lines
    X-ray of vertebral lines
  • Vertebral lines
    Vertebral lines
  • CT of prevertebral space
    CT of prevertebral space

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