Fracture of dens axis

CASE

Two cases of fracture of dens axis. In the first case, the fracture line crosses base of dens, and there is only a mild anterior dislocation of dens. In the second case, fragments are in distraction, translation and dens is angulated dorsally.

Radiology image - Fracture of dens axis: Spine and Axial, Bone: CT - Computed tomography

Fracture of dens axis

Fracture of dens axis: CT - Computed tomographyFracture of dens axis: CT - Computed tomographyFracture of dens axis: CT - Computed tomographyFracture of dens axis: CT - Computed tomographyFracture of dens axis: CT - Computed tomographyFracture of dens axis: CT - Computed tomography
lights on off
Click on the main image to enlarge it. Return back by 'Esc' key or [x] button in the right bottom corner