Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8692220 | World Neurosurgery | 2017 | 24 Pages |
Abstract
The use of Steinmann pins to guide the placement of C1 lateral mass screws is safe and effective in C1-2 arthrodesis. Limiting dissection minimizes blood loss and injury, maintains efficient operative time, and assists in accurate placement of the screws. Furthermore, with less manipulation and retraction of the C2 nerve root, postoperative occipital neuralgia and the need for C2 root transection are avoided.
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Authors
Joshua E. Meyers, Kunal Vakharia, Joseph M. Kowalski, Vassilios G. Dimopoulos, John Pollina,