SAGITTAL FRACTURE OF C2 BODY - ONE CASE-R EPORT

Introduction A new fracture of the body of C2 is described. The mechan ism is an axial compression producing a body sagittal fracture spreadi ng to the posterior arch with a separation effect. Case report A 29 ye ars old female fell from the second floor. Examination showed a head i njury and upper neck stiffness. Specific radiological signs was report ed on the standard X-ray. The fracture involved the body and the lamin a of C2 with a sagittal separation. No neurological abnormality was de tected. CT scan provided additional information and allowed the survey of bone healing. Non operative treatment was undertaken by minerva ja cket for four months carying complete recovery. Discussion The mechani sm of this fracture seems to be similar to Jefferson's fracture. Revie w of the literature showed that fractures of the body of C2 are uncomm on. Their different types are discussed.