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Fig. 17 | Insights into Imaging

Fig. 17

From: MDCT of acute subaxial cervical spine trauma: a mechanism-based approach

Fig. 17

Hyperextension compression injury. a Parasagittal CT image shows C6, C7 articular pillar and process comminuted fracture with vertical orientation (black arrows). Focal anterior widening of C4–C5 facet joint (white arrow) is a characteristic feature of hyperextension injury. b Coronal CT image from the articular pillar in a different patient shows left C5 articular pillar fracture with vertical orientation and comminution (black arrow)

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