Bilateral spondylolysis and associated dysplasia of C6

Cervical spondylolysis is a rare condition, characterised by the presence of a corticated cleft between the superior and inferior articular facets of the articular mass (1). This defect involves the cervical equivalent of the pars interarticularis of the lumbar spine. Associated dysplastic changes are present, suggesting that the lesion is congenital (1 and 2). This case report describes bilateral spondylolysis and associated dysplasia of C6 in an 18 year old female. The importance of this lesion lies in its differentiation from the more serious articular mass fracture or dislocation (1).