Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5629688 Journal of Clinical Neuroscience 2017 7 Pages PDF
Abstract

•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.

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