Neurology

Studies from La Sapienza University describe new findings in neurology

Published in Elder Law Weekly, February 4th, 2009

According to recent research published in the journal Neurosurgery, "This preliminary study considers the feasibility and the results of anterior screw fixation in elderly patients with remote Type II axis fractures. Odontoid fractures are the most common fractures of the cervical spine in people 70 years of age or older."

"In developing Countries, direct anterior fracture fixation is replacing posterior fusion in many cases. Recently, it has been demonstrated that patient age does not influence the Outcome in terms Of fusion after odontoid screw fixation. There is considerable disagreement about correct treatment in the case of remote fractures. in the...

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