"vertebral body rotation with an AP diameter that appears smaller than on other levels"
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"Mechanism"
"forward rotational force causing distraction along posterior elements and tensile rupture of posterior ligaments (e.g. ligamentum flavum, interspinous)"
"variable posterior translocation of the lower cervical column in relation to the upper column 1,2, often with focal kyphotic deformity; these features, together with possible retropulsed fracture fragments, correspond to the characteristic anterior spinal cord injury"
"The "teardrop" fracture appearance is non-specific. A similar-appearing anteroinferior fracture fragment may occur in extension teardrop fracture; however, the extension fractures more commonly occur in the upper cervical spine (e.g. C2), and have no associated posterior translocation of the posterior vertebral body. They are considered less severe and often managed conservatively 1."