C-spine - Jefferson fracture - Open mouth view

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C-spine - Jefferson fracture - Open mouth view

  • In this image the corners of the C1 lateral masses appear more laterally placed than those of C2
  • This indicates a burst injury of C1 (atlas) - also known as a 'Jefferson fracture'

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Last reviewed: November 2018