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How Is Atlantoaxial Neck Degeneration With Moderate Findings Treated ?

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Posted on Wed, 18 Mar 2015
Question: How is atlantoaxial neck degeneration with moderate findings treated surgically ?

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
It is treated by posterior fixation.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Surgical treatment for atlanto-axial degeneration consists on posterior fixation or stabilization with screws and rods placed at pedicels of C1and C2 vertebrae.

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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How Is Atlantoaxial Neck Degeneration With Moderate Findings Treated ?

Brief Answer: It is treated by posterior fixation. Detailed Answer: Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Surgical treatment for atlanto-axial degeneration consists on posterior fixation or stabilization with screws and rods placed at pedicels of C1and C2 vertebrae. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.