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A Contusive Model of Unilateral Cervical Spinal Cord Injury Using the Infinite Horizon Impactor

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Published on: July 24, 2012

Arrow trauma to cervical spine.

Gregory Geissinger¹, Gail A Magid, Robert C McMahon

¹Department of Neurosurgery, Marshfield Clinic and St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield, Wis, USA. geissinger.gregory@marshfieldclinic.org

WMJ : Official Publication of the State Medical Society of Wisconsin

|September 17, 2009

Summary

A hunter survived a severe cervical spine injury from an accidental arrow wound. Proper pre-hospital care and adherence to established protocols were crucial for his successful recovery and return to work.

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Area of Science:

Trauma Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Neurosurgery

Background:

Accidental penetrating trauma to the neck is rare but can result in severe neurological deficits.
Prompt and appropriate management is critical for patient outcomes in complex cervical spine injuries.

Observation:

A 50-year-old male sustained a penetrating cervical spine injury from an arrow during a hunting accident.
The arrow lodged between the C1/C2 vertebrae, requiring specialized pre-hospital stabilization and surgical removal.
The patient maintained self-immobilization initially, followed by meticulous manual immobilization by emergency medical technicians.

Findings:

Successful surgical removal of the arrow was achieved at a trauma center.
The patient underwent extensive physical and occupational therapy for approximately 12 months.
Full-time return to work was achieved, highlighting the effectiveness of the management strategy.

Implications:

This case underscores the importance of specialized pre-hospital care and transport protocols for patients with penetrating cervical spine injuries.
Adherence to established techniques in patient transfer and positioning is vital for preventing further neurological damage.
Multidisciplinary rehabilitation is essential for optimizing functional recovery after severe spinal trauma.