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Lateral lumbosacral fracture dislocation: a case report.

R A Nicholson

    Injury
    |July 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This case study details successful open reduction for a rare lateral fracture dislocation of the fifth lumbar vertebra onto the sacrum. The review covers literature on this specific spinal injury.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Spinal Trauma
    • Vertebral Biomechanics

    Background:

    • Lateral fracture dislocation of the lumbar spine, particularly at the L5-S1 junction, represents a severe injury pattern.
    • Understanding the mechanisms and treatment outcomes for such injuries is crucial for effective patient management.
    • Existing literature on this specific injury is limited, necessitating case reports for knowledge advancement.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with a lateral fracture dislocation involving the fifth lumbar vertebra (L5) and the sacrum.
    • The injury was characterized by significant displacement and instability at the lumbosacral junction.
    • Conservative management was deemed insufficient due to the severity of the dislocation.

    Findings:

    • The case successfully underwent open reduction, restoring anatomical alignment of the L5 vertebra on the sacrum.

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  • Surgical intervention facilitated stable fixation, addressing the fracture dislocation.
  • Post-operative recovery and outcomes were favorable, indicating the efficacy of open reduction for this injury.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights open reduction as a viable and effective treatment for lateral L5-S1 fracture dislocations.
    • The findings contribute to the limited body of literature on managing severe lumbosacral injuries.
    • Further research into long-term outcomes and biomechanical stability following this surgical approach is warranted.