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[Occipitocervical junction: Aanatomy, craniometry and pathology]
J Furtner1, R Woitek2, U Asenbaum2
1Universitätsklinik für Radiologie und Nuklearmedizin, Währingergürtel 18-20, 1090, Wien, Österreich. julia.furtner@meduniwien.ac.at.
Der Radiologe
|March 31, 2016
Summary
This review explains the anatomy and craniometric measurements of the occipitocervical junction. It details common pathologies and normal variants in this critical spinal region.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Anatomy
- Orthopedics
Background:
- The occipitocervical junction, comprising the occiput, atlas, and axis, is crucial for head and neck stability.
- Radiological assessment relies on craniometric measurements using defined anatomical landmarks.
- Pathologies include trauma, congenital anomalies, infections, arthropathies, and tumors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the anatomy of the occipitocervical junction.
- To describe essential craniometric measurement techniques for radiological evaluation.
- To present common pathologies and their mimics within this region.
Main Methods:
- Review of anatomical structures of the occipitocervical junction.
- Explanation of craniometric measurement methods.
- Presentation of radiological findings for various pathologies and variants.
Main Results:
- Detailed anatomical description of the occipitocervical junction.
- Illustrative examples of craniometric measurements.
- Categorization and visual representation of pathologies and normal variants.
Conclusions:
- Understanding occipitocervical junction anatomy and measurements is vital for accurate diagnosis.
- Radiological evaluation aids in differentiating pathologies from normal variants.
- This review provides a comprehensive guide for clinicians evaluating the occipitocervical region.
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