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Role of magnetic resonance imaging and three-dimensional computerized tomography in craniovertebral junction
1Barrow Neurological Institute, Phoenix, Ariz.
Pediatric Neuroscience
|January 1, 1988
Abstract:
The surgical management of craniovertebral junction abnormalities depends on accurate radiological identification of the static and dynamic relationships. Four cases are presented to show the importance of flexion/extension magnetic resonance imaging and three-dimensional computerized tomography scanning in the evaluation of these relationships. With these techniques, anterior and/or posterior decompressive procedures can be appropriately planned to reduce and stabilize craniovertebral abnormalities. Long-term neural deficits can be reversed by these procedures.