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ArticleJournal of medical case reports2024

Long-term outcome of adult traumatic atlantoaxial rotatory fixation: a case series.

Keyvan Eghbal, Hamid Jangiaghdam, Saeed Tayebi Khorami, Amir Shabani Mayani, Bahram Seif, Sina Zoghi

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Keyvan EghbalDepartment of Neurosurgery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran.
Hamid JangiaghdamDepartment of Neurosurgery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran.
Saeed Tayebi KhoramiDepartment of Neurosurgery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran. saeed253tayebi@gmail.com.
Amir Shabani MayaniDepartment of Neurosurgery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran.
Bahram SeifDepartment of Neurosurgery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran.
Sina ZoghiDepartment of Neurosurgery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Fars, Iran.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-5966-5590

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Abstract

backgroundThis case series presents five cases of adult atlantoaxial rotatory subluxation (AARS) following traumatic events, focusing on treatment strategies and long-term outcomes. CASE PRESENTATION: This paper includes four Iranian male patients and one Iranian female patient with ages ranging from 25 to 46 years old. Each case involved unique presentations and management approaches. Initial conservative treatments, including skull traction and orthoses, were attempted, but surgical intervention became necessary due to inadequate response. Surgical fixation significantly improved functional status and alleviated symptoms in all patients, leading to long-term relief. Radiological assessments demonstrated successful outcomes post-surgery.

conclusionsThis study underscores the importance of considering both conservative and surgical options in managing adult atlantoaxial rotatory subluxation to achieve optimal outcomes.

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Atlanto-Axial JointJoint DislocationsAdultFemaleHumansIranMaleMiddle AgedTractionTreatment OutcomeAdult atlantoaxial rotatory subluxationAtlantoaxial rotatory fixation

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PMCPMC11468385

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