Demographics:
48 years old, Male
Indication:
Trauma
Findings
- Acute minimally displaced bilateral occipital condyle fractures
- Acute minimally displaced fracture of the anterior inferior corner of the C5 vertebral body
- No traumatic malalignment
- No substantial prevertebral edema
Diagnosis
Occipital condyle and C5 teardrop fractures
Sample Report
Acute minimally displaced bilateral occipital condyle fractures.
Acute minimally displaced fracture of the anterior inferior corner of the C5 vertebral body (teardrop fracture).
No traumatic malalignment. MRI could further assess for ligamentous injury if there is clinical concern.
Discussion