Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Vertebral Column: Regions and Curvature01:16

Vertebral Column: Regions and Curvature

3.8K
The vertebral column or spine is a flexible column that supports the head, neck, and body and  allows for their movements. It also protects the spinal cord.
Regions of the Vertebral Column
In an adult, the spine is subdivided into five regions: the cervical, the thoracic, the lumbar, the sacral, and the coccygeal region. The spine initially develops as a series of 33 vertebrae; after 20 years of age, the nine bones in the sacral region, five sacral, and four coccygeal bones fuse to form...
3.8K
Fractures: Bone Repair01:27

Fractures: Bone Repair

3.4K
Treatment for a fracture is based on the type of break, the bone affected, and the patient's age.
Minor fractures with no bone displacement are treated by immobilizing the fractured bone using a cast or splint. However, in the case of fractures with displaced bones, the broken bones are repositioned before immobilization to ensure successful healing without deformation and loss of function. The realignment of fractured bone ends is performed through a process called reduction. If the...
3.4K
Flail Chest-II01:26

Flail Chest-II

212
Managing flail chest, a condition characterized by a segment of the chest wall moving independently from the rest of the thoracic cage, requires a comprehensive approach. It includes a thorough assessment of the patient's condition, a diagnostic evaluation to determine the extent of the injury, and the implementation of appropriate medical interventions tailored to the individual's needs.
Assessment:
1. Clinical Evaluation:
History:
212
Changes in the Appendicular Skeleton with Age01:09

Changes in the Appendicular Skeleton with Age

2.1K
The upper and lower limb initially develops as a small bulge called a limb bud, which appears on the lateral side of the early embryo. The upper limb bud appears near the end of the fourth week of development, with the lower limb bud appearing shortly after.
Initially, the limb buds consist of a core of mesenchyme covered by a layer of ectoderm. The ectoderm at the end of the limb bud thickens to form a narrow crest called the apical ectodermal ridge. This ridge stimulates the underlying...
2.1K
Bone Disorders01:29

Bone Disorders

3.7K
Aging and its effect on bone remodeling is the most common cause of bone disorders. In young and healthy people, bone deposition and resorption happen at an equal rate to maintain optimal bone health.
Bone deposition is also affected by the levels of sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone that promote osteoblast activity and bone matrix synthesis. When the level of these hormones decreases due to aging, it causes a reduction in bone deposition. As a result, bone resorption by osteoclasts...
3.7K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Neuroendoscopic lavage versus external ventricular drainage in spontaneous intraventricular hemorrhage: A cohort-matched comparative study.

Brain & spine·2026
Same author

Monitoring Reinnervation and Neuroplasticity After Neurotization Using Needle Electromyography.

Journal of clinical neurophysiology : official publication of the American Electroencephalographic Society·2026
Same author

Long term clinical and MRI follow-up of 76 patients after synovial cyst resection via microscopic hemilaminectomy: a retrospective study.

Brain & spine·2025
Same author

Endoscopic third ventriculostomy in idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus. Efficacy and possible positive predictors: a systematic review.

Brain & spine·2025
Same author

Paresis of the Oculomotor Nerve due to Neurovascular Conflict with Superior Cerebellar Artery.

Journal of neurological surgery. Part A, Central European neurosurgery·2024
Same author

Open Microsurgical Cerebral Aneurysm Treatment After Failed Endovascular Therapy: An Evaluation of Aneurysm Treatment Frequencies in All Neurovascular Centers Across Austria and the Czech Republic Over 20 Years.

Neurosurgery·2024

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 25, 2025

Modified Posterior Vertebral Column Resection for Patients with Thoracolumbar Kyphotic Deformity
06:45

Modified Posterior Vertebral Column Resection for Patients with Thoracolumbar Kyphotic Deformity

Published on: September 16, 2022

2.3K

Acute Progressive Pediatric Post-Traumatic Kyphotic Deformity.

Petr Vachata1,2, Jan Lodin1,2, Martin Bolcha1,2

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, J. E. Purkyně University, Masaryk Hospital, 401 13 Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic.

Children (Basel, Switzerland)
|June 28, 2023
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Pediatric cervical kyphosis can progress rapidly after hyperflexion injury, even without clear MRI findings. Surgical posterior fixation and fusion, preserving anterior growth zones, offer a promising strategy for correction and long-term outcomes.

Keywords:
cervical spinechin-on-chest deformitydeformitykyphosispediatrictrauma

More Related Videos

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device
04:19

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device

Published on: November 8, 2024

485
Surgical Approach and Complications of Stand-alone Lateral Trans-Psoas Interbody Fusion
05:30

Surgical Approach and Complications of Stand-alone Lateral Trans-Psoas Interbody Fusion

Published on: February 14, 2025

897

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 25, 2025

Modified Posterior Vertebral Column Resection for Patients with Thoracolumbar Kyphotic Deformity
06:45

Modified Posterior Vertebral Column Resection for Patients with Thoracolumbar Kyphotic Deformity

Published on: September 16, 2022

2.3K
Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device
04:19

Minimally Invasive Treatment for Thoracolumbar Burst Fracture Using Sagittal Alignment Screws and A Trauma Reduction Device

Published on: November 8, 2024

485
Surgical Approach and Complications of Stand-alone Lateral Trans-Psoas Interbody Fusion
05:30

Surgical Approach and Complications of Stand-alone Lateral Trans-Psoas Interbody Fusion

Published on: February 14, 2025

897

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Pediatric Spine Surgery
  • Spinal Deformity

Background:

  • Cervical kyphosis is a rare spinal deformity in children, posing management challenges due to the growing spine.
  • Pathogenesis includes congenital, syndromic, and acquired causes, sometimes leading to severe chin-on-chest deformity.
  • Progression after minor hyperflexion trauma without clear MRI pathology is poorly understood.

Observation:

  • The authors report a case of pediatric cervical kyphotic deformity progression over six months following a hyperflexion injury.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed no disc or major ligamentous pathology.
  • The deformity developed despite the absence of significant initial trauma indicators on MRI.

Findings:

  • A six-month progression of pediatric cervical kyphosis was documented.
  • The underlying cause was a cervical spine hyperflexion injury, with unclear pathogenesis for rapid progression.
  • Surgical intervention involving posterior fixation and fusion was considered.

Implications:

  • Preserving anterior growing zones during posterior spinal surgery is crucial for optimal outcomes in pediatric patients.
  • This approach may lead to excellent curve correction and long-term clinical results.
  • Understanding the multifactorial pathogenesis of progressive cervical kyphosis is essential for effective management.