Emergency Closed Reduction of a C4/5 Fracture Dislocation with Complete Paraplegia Resulting in Profound Neurologic Recovery
Introduction. Cervical spinal cord injuries due to traumatic fractures are associated with persistent neurological deficits. Although clinical evidence is weak, early decompression, defined as <24–72 h, has been frequently proposed. Animal studies show better outcomes after early decompression wi...
| Published in: | Case Reports in Orthopedics |
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| Main Authors: | , , , |
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2013-01-01
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| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/272865 |