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[Biometry of the cervical spine using tomodensitometry]
Bulletin De L'Association Des Anatomistes
|March 1, 1982
Summary
This study measured human cervical spine dimensions using CT scans, detailing vertebral, spinal canal, and spinal cord sizes. Findings provide essential biometric data for clinical and fundamental applications in spinal research.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Radiology
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Accurate morphometric data of the human cervical spine is crucial for understanding spinal pathologies and developing effective treatments.
- Computed Tomography (CT) offers detailed cross-sectional imaging for precise anatomical measurements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct detailed biometrical analysis of a human cervical spine using computed tomographical cross-sections.
- To establish normative measurements for vertebrae, spinal canal, and spinal cord dimensions.
- To explore the clinical and fundamental applications of these biometrical findings.
Main Methods:
- A complete human cervical spine, including the head and neck, was obtained from a fresh cadaver.
- Horizontal CT scans were performed from the skull base to the thoracic level.
- Measurements included vertebral and spinal canal diameters, spinal cord dimensions, and the density of posterior/anterior walls and para-vertebral muscles.
Main Results:
- Detailed biometrical data on cervical spine structures were obtained.
- Measurements encompassed diameters of vertebrae, spinal canal, and spinal cord.
- Density assessments of bony structures and para-vertebral muscles were recorded.
Conclusions:
- The study provides comprehensive biometrical data for the human cervical spine.
- These measurements have significant implications for clinical practice, surgical planning, and fundamental research.
- The findings underscore the utility of CT-based biometry in spinal anatomy studies.