CT of neck fractures

Author: Mikael Häggström

Planning

Indications

Mainly neck trauma. See CT of the neck in trauma.

Detection

See CT of the neck in trauma.

Emergent evaluation

If one or more fractures are found on a neck CT, there are multiple classification systems and fracture names. If unsure about the formal classification of the fracture at hand, initially just inform the clinician that there is a fracture, and where:

Relevant anatomic regions of cervical vertebrae.

The patient can then remain immobilized, offering time to perform further evaluation to help clinicians in deciding about surgical or non-surgical management.