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Cervical spondylolysis: a case report.

Seddik Oueslati1, Khalil Zaouia, Mouna Chelli

  • 1M Matri Hospital, Ariana, Tunisia. oueslatiseddik@yahoo.fr

Acta Orthopaedica Belgica
|October 3, 2006
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Cervical spondylolysis, a cleft in the cervical spine, can be mistaken for fractures. This case highlights bilateral spondylolysis and dysplasia in a C5 vertebra, emphasizing CT scans for accurate diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Radiology
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Cervical spondylolysis is a rare condition involving a defect in the articular pillar of cervical vertebrae.
  • It is the cervical spine's counterpart to lumbar spondylolysis (pars interarticularis defect).
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial to differentiate it from more severe pathologies like fractures or dislocations.

Observation:

  • This report details a case of bilateral cervical spondylolysis.
  • The condition was associated with dysplasia of the C5 vertebra.
  • The patient was a 31-year-old female presenting with these anomalies.

Findings:

  • Radiographic imaging revealed the characteristic corticated cleft of cervical spondylolysis.
  • Computed tomography (CT) was essential for definitive diagnosis and to rule out other abnormalities.

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  • The findings underscore the importance of advanced imaging in diagnosing subtle spinal defects.

    • Implications:

    • Recognition of cervical spondylolysis prevents misdiagnosis of acute injuries.
    • Understanding associated dysplasia aids in comprehensive patient assessment.
    • This case contributes to the literature on rare cervical spine anomalies and their diagnostic challenges.