Late Onset of Neurogenic Complications in Single Neglected Unstable L2 A4/AO Type Fracture: Two Case Reports and Review of the Literature

Introduction: Late-onset neurological impairment in unstable A3-A4/AO type thoracolumbar spinal fractures are rare, particularly if they are misdiagnosed as stable (25%). We present two neglected unstable burst fractures, who presented delayed trauma with neurologic deficit. Case Presentation: Case...

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Main Authors: Papaioannou Ioannis, Baikousis Andreas, Korovessis Panagiotis
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Tehran University of Medical Sciences 2016-06-01
Series:Journal of Orthopedic and Spine Trauma
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Online Access:https://jost.tums.ac.ir/index.php/jost/article/view/102