Imaging of the Occipito-Cervical Junction Post-Trauma

This spine surgery lecture deals with the imaging of the occipito-cervical junction in trauma cases.

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Lecturer: Alberto Zerbi, MD

Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentation
  • Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
  • Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)

Ref.ID: 6_8_zerbi

DOI: 10.28962/01.3.113

What you will cover in this lecture

This spine surgery lecture covers the imaging of the craniovertebral junction in trauma cases, beginning with a brief outline of the anatomy of this complex region and its major landmarks, and the role of X-rays. The clinical measurements and relative ratios are explained with the help of marking on the X-rays and diagrams. The role of CT and MRI in trauma is explained in detail. Finally, the important classifications and patterns routinely used in the emergency setting are included with representative images.

Learning Objectives

  1. Identify C0-C2 spine fractures
  2. Highlight the typical patterns of the injury
  3. Focus on the imaging methods more useful in cranio-cervical trauma assessement
  4. Imaging strategy in major and minor trauma

Target Groups

Lecture Presentation

Imaging of the Occipito-Cervical Junction Post-Trauma

Includes:

  • Online Lecture Presentation
  • Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
  • Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)

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Q: What is an eccElearning Lecture like?

A: Each Lecture includes the Lecture Presentation, Additional Learning Resources, Pre-Learning Quiz and Lecture Assessment.

Each Spine Surgery Lecture is viewed online in video format and lasts from 20-45 minutes. The Lectures contain relevant additional learning resources (book chapters, research papers, surgical videos, master lecture videos, case reports, review articles, etc.), which are presented in context and viewable immediately for your convenience.

Q: How much time will a Lecture take?

A: Lecture presentations typically take 20-45 minutes to run. However, candidates are required to review the compulsory and recommended additional learning resources contained within the Lecture. The time taken to view the Lecture and review the additional resources is in the range 3-4 hours per Lecture.

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Q: What do I do if I fail a Lecture Assessment?

A: You are permitted to retake a Lecture Assessment up to two times. The Lecture Assessment will be made available to you again 14 days after a failed attempt. If you’ve failed the Lecture Assessment three times, please get in contact with us to discuss your options.

Q: What courses does eccElearning provide?

A: We have the Diploma in Spine Surgery with Modules individually purchasable, lecture bundles, an Endoscopic Spine Surgery Programme, a Residents' Spine Programme, and Spine Surgery Specialist Certificates in Radiology and Physiotherapy.