Tag Jens R. Chapman MD

Sacral fractures

1 Describe the important anatomic features and functions of the sacrum. The sacrum is located at the junction between the pelvis and spinal column and functions as a keystone between the iliac crests. The sacrum is formed by the coalescence…

Upper cervical spine trauma

1 What are the major types of injuries involving the upper cervical (occiput–C2) region? The major types of injuries can be classified based on anatomic location as: 1. Occipitocervical articulation Occipital condyle fractures Craniocervical dissociation 2. Atlas (C1) and atlantoaxial…