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ArticleCase reports in radiology2026

Klippel-Feil Syndrome: A Rare Case Report.

Mustafa Al Jaafar, Alyaa Nooruldeen Shawqi Aljafr

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Mustafa Al JaafarDepartment of Internal Medicine, Ibn Zuhur Hospital, Jisr Diyala, Iraq.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-6680-3430
Alyaa Nooruldeen Shawqi AljafrDepartment of Rheumatology, Ramadi Teaching Hospital l, Ramadi, Iraq.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0992-5988

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Klippel-Feil syndrome (KFS) is a rare, complex syndrome characterized by abnormal fusion of cervical vertebrae. This case highlights the effectiveness of conservative management in KFS patients without neurological deficits. We reported the case of an 18-year-old Iraqi male presenting a short neck, low back hairline, winged right scapula, and scoliosis after physical examination and deformities of cervical spine fusion, kyphoscoliosis and Sprengel's deformity after imaging tests. Clinical and radiological diagnosis shows KFS. After conservative treatment-including a corrective collar, cervical traction (5 kg), and targeted physiotherapy for 12 months-significant reduction in neck pain and an increase in cervical range of motion were recognized. This case emphasizes the efficiency of conservative management in KFS patients classified as Samartzis Type II with no neurological disabilities.

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