Review articleIndications and complications of crown halo vest placement: A review

- Crown halo vest is used for treating of a variety of cervical spine fractures.
- The most common complications are pin site related infections and loosening.
- There are other potentially more serious complications related to its placement.

Crown halo vest placement remains an option for the treatment of a variety of upper and subaxial cervical spinal fractures. While the device remains a useful non-operative option for the treatment of these injuries, it has been associated with a variety of complications. This manuscript represents an up to date narrative review of the indications, complications, and complication avoidance for the placement of crown halo vests.