Evaluation of the Cervical Spine

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Chapter Preview Chapter Synopsis This chapter describes a methodical approach to the patient with suspected cervical spine disease. Characteristic aspects of the history and physical examination are discussed and warning…

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Cervical Spine Anatomy

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Chapter Preview Chapter Synopsis An expert understanding of cervical anatomy is critical to a spine surgeon operating in this region. An understanding of this anatomy is essential for surgical technique…

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Approaches to the Upper Cervical Spine

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Chapter Preview Chapter Synopsis The upper cervical spine encompasses the area spanning the occiput, the atlas (C1), the axis (C2), and the C2-C3 motion segment. The authors discuss four main…

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