The optimal treatment of type II and III odontoid fractures in the elderly: a systematic review

European Spine Journal

Jeroen G. J. Huybregts¹  Carmen L. A. M. Vleggeert-Lankamp¹  Wilco C. H. Jacobs¹ 

[1] Department of Neurosurgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Albinusdreef 2, PO Box 9600, 2300 RC Leiden, The Netherlands

关键词: Odontoid fractures;    Elderly;    Surgical treatment;    Conservative treatment;    Systematic review;   

DOI  :  10.1007/s00586-012-2452-3

学科分类：骨科学

来源: Springer

【 摘 要 】

Odontoid fractures are the most common cervical spine fractures in the elderly. As the population ages, their incidence is expected to increase progressively. The optimal treatment of this condition is still the subject of controversy. The objective of this review is to summarize and compare the outcome of surgical and conservative interventions in the elderly (≥65 years).

【 授权许可】

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