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Unrecognized traumatic atlanto-occipital dislocation

M B Henry1, D B Angelastro, J P Gillen

  • 1Department of Emergency Medicine, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, PA 17822, USA.

The American Journal of Emergency Medicine
|July 22, 1998
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A 67-year-old pedestrian struck by a vehicle initially showed no signs of injury but tragically deteriorated. Autopsy revealed a fatal atlanto-occipital dislocation, a severe craniocervical injury.

Area of Science:

  • Trauma surgery
  • Emergency medicine
  • Orthopedic surgery

Background:

  • Auto-pedestrian accidents pose significant trauma risks.
  • Craniocervical injuries, including atlanto-occipital dislocation (AOD), can be life-threatening.
  • Early recognition of subtle AOD signs is crucial for patient outcomes.

Observation:

  • A 67-year-old male, alert and neurologically intact post-auto-pedestrian accident, denied head/neck pain.
  • Initial lateral cervical spine (C-spine) radiograph showed no abnormalities.
  • The patient experienced rapid deterioration and was refractory to resuscitation efforts.

Findings:

  • Autopsy revealed a previously undetected atlanto-occipital dislocation (AOD).
  • This case highlights the potential for severe, occult craniocervical injuries in trauma.

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  • AOD can present insidiously, challenging initial clinical and radiographic assessment.

    • Implications:

    • Emphasizes the need for heightened clinical suspicion for AOD in severe trauma, even with initial negative findings.
    • Suggests a review of diagnostic protocols for subtle craniocervical injuries.
    • Underscores the critical importance of understanding the complex anatomy and potential presentations of atlanto-occipital dislocation.