FUSION OF AXIS WITH THIRD CERVICAL VERTEBRA
Journal Title: Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 34
Abstract
BACKGROUND During the embryological development if there is any fusion of the contiguous vertebra, it will result in the distraction or failure of normal development. The fusion of the vertebra may be congenital or acquired. However, the acquired is rare. Major problem with block vertebra is that they restrict the movements and results in several neurological disorders. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study is carried out in Department of Anatomy, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad. We have observed 28 vertebrae and the axis was found to be fused with 3rd cervical vertebra. This fused vertebra was assessed and the photograph of the specimen was taken. RESULTS Among a total of 28 vertebrae examined, we identified 3 specimens of block vertebra which accounted for a total incidence of 0.10%. Figure 1 and 2 shows photographs of all 28 vertebrae and block vertebra taken from anterior and posterior aspects. The fusion included facet fusion, vertebral arch fusion and vertebral body fusion. CONCLUSION The observed incidence of fused cervical vertebrae in the present study was 0.10%. As the fusion of cervical vertebrae is associated with several clinical manifestations, early diagnosis is recommended. Further, more studies have to be undertaken in this area to understand and to diagnose early and also to develop more effective management techniques for the benefit of the society in general.
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Priya Pramod Roy, Doshi Megha Arun, Swapna Ajay Shedge
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