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Neural tube defect in which a potion of the spinal cord protrudes.
Common site: Lumbar and sacrum |
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Occulta:Closed with small defect or gap in spine
Meningocele:Meninges protrudes like a sac that is pushed out of the back; contains CSF
Myelomenigocele:Meninges & spinal nerve protrudes from the back |
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| Spinal Bifada common sites (2) |
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Definition
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| What structures passes throught the transverse foramen? |
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Definition
Vertebral artery
Vertebral vein
Plexus of sympathetic nerves |
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| Cervical spine 1 (C1) Atlas |
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Definition
No body
Fused to the axis (C2)
No spinous process
Allows for the greastest ROM |
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| Cervical spine 2 (C2) Axis |
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Definition
Fused to the atlas
Forms the pivot for the atlas |
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| Cervical spine 7 (C7) Axis |
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Long prominent spinous process (Vertebra prominens)
Easily palpated at base of neck |
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| Atlas and/or Axis Fracture |
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Definition
Jefferson fracture
Occipital condylar support for the head is lost.
Possible vertebral artery injuries.
Wallenburg Syndrome: Diminished bloodflow to posterior inferior cerebellar artery = Ipsilateral loss of cranial nerves 5, 9, 10, 11 |
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