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Mortality of non-operatively treated Type II odontoid fractures in the elderly: Does modality matter?

Year: 2025

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: Objectives and questions: Type II odontoid fractures have been thought to be associated with increased mortality. Considering this, the current goldstandard in literature remains surgery. Until today non operative treatment still remains controversial because of a high non-union rate. The purpose [for full text, please go to the a.m. URL]

Source: German Medical Science (German Research Foundation)

DOI: 10.3205/25dkou585

Authors: Gov, Leroy, Baecker, Henrik

Institution: Auckland City Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7103196609

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