Classification of Sub-Axial Cervical Spine Injuries
This spine surgery lecture deals with the classification of subaxial cervical spine injuries.
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Lecturer: Max Aebi, MD, DHC, FRCSC
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
- Up to 3 CME Credits
Ref.ID: 6_4_aebi
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.109
What you will cover in this lecture
This lecture concerns the classification of subaxial cervical spine injuries. It begins with a look at the evolution of the classification of cervical spine injuries, with references to the historical papers by Allen and Blauth, and continues to the modern day concepts of AO and later, as updated by Vaccaro in 2015. The mechanisms involved in the injury of cervical spine are discussed in detail and the classical patterns produced are presented in clear diagrams along with the imaging studies to clarify the understanding. The algorithm of classification and its various modifiers is also covered.
Learning Objectives
- Concept of trauma and classification
- Important principles of classification
- AO and SLIC System
Target Groups
Practicing Spine Surgeons
in Orthopaedic or Neurosurgical services for Continuing Education or recertification
Max Aebi MD, DHC, FRCSC
- Professor Emeritus Orthopaedic Surgery, McGill University, Montreal (CND) and University of Bern (CH)
- Member of the European Academy of Science
- Deputy Editor Web-based Education, European Spine Journal
- "Das Rückenzentrum" at Salem-Spital Hirslanden, Bern (CH)
eccElearning Participation
Co-ordinating Editor
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- The Treatment of Upper Cervical Spine Injuries
- Classification of Thoracolumbar Fractures
Lecture Presentation
Classification of Sub-Axial Cervical Spine Injuries
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
- Up to 3 CME Credits
Access This Lecture
You can get access to this spine lecture by enrolling on our Diploma in Spine Surgery or purchasing a lecture bundle:
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