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A missing arch of the atlas vertebra in a patient struck by a tram

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  1. Leiden University Medical Center, Albinusdreef 2, 2333, ZA, Leiden, The Netherlands

    R. A. J. Smit

  2. Department of Neurology, Haga Teaching Hospital, Leyweg 275, 2545, CH, The Hague, The Netherlands

    J. A. F. Coebergh & H. Koppen

  3. Department of Neuroradiology, Haga Teaching Hospital, Leyweg 275, 2545, CH, The Hague, The Netherlands

    F. E. E. Treurniet

  4. Department of Neurosurgery, Haga Teaching Hospital, Leyweg 275, 2545, CH, The Hague, The Netherlands

    R. R. F. Kuiters

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Smit, R.A.J., Coebergh, J.A.F., Treurniet, F.E.E. et al. A missing arch of the atlas vertebra in a patient struck by a tram. Neurol Sci 34, 1855–1856 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10072-013-1334-8

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