Basic Principles of Reconstruction Techniques

  • O. Choutka
  • P. Suchomel
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Abstract

Constructs at the craniovertebral junction (CVJ) are complex and basic biomechanical as well as biological principles need to be applied to each individual scenario. The biomechanical properties of the CVJ must be either matched or appropriately counteracted by any construct that is to stabilize, maintain motion, and appropriate alignment. Several basic reconstruction techniques are discussed in this section.

Keywords

Anterior Column Tension Band Pullout Strength Lateral Mass Screw Transarticular Screw 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • O. Choutka
    • 1
  • P. Suchomel
    • 2
  1. 1.Department of NeurosurgeryUniversity of Cincinnati College of MedicineCincinnatiUSA
  2. 2.Department of NeurosurgeryNeurocenter, Regional Hospital LiberecLiberecCzech Republic

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