Fractures of the odontoid process of the axis

Abstract

Odontoid fractures were classified into 3 types, and, in a series of 49 fractures, 2 avulsion, 32 body, and 15 basilar fractures were treated and followed for an average of 22 mth (range, 6 mth to 19 yr). Body fractures are most prone to non union and surgery (spine fusion) is commonly required in this group.