"The classification system widely used for describing occipital condyle fractures is the Anderson and Montesano system 1,2,9. However, as it is purely descriptive, a more clinically orientated classification has been proposed, which incorporates MRI findings and suggested management (see Tuli classification of occipital condyle fractures) 2,5,10."
"A lateral cervical spine radiograph is commonly obtained to screen for cervical spine injury in the setting of trauma. Occipital condyle fractures are rarely evident on bone X-ray 5,6."
"there may be additional adjacent ligamentous injuries, e.g. tectorial membrane, anterior and posterior atlanto-occipital membranes, prevertebral or nuchal ligaments 6"
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