Jefferson fracture

Jefferson fracture
Image of the first cervical vertebra, which is broken during a Jefferson fracture
Specialty	Orthopedics

A Jefferson fracture is a

It is named after the British neurologist and neurosurgeon Sir Geoffrey Jefferson, who reported four cases of the fracture in 1920 in addition to reviewing cases that had been reported previously.^[2]

Signs and symptoms

Individuals with Jefferson fractures usually experience pain in the upper neck but no neurological signs. The fracture may also cause damage to the arteries in the neck, resulting in lateral medullary syndrome, Horner's syndrome, ataxia, and the inability to sense pain or temperature.^[1]

In rare cases,

Jefferson fracture is often caused by an impact or load on the

Jefferson fractures are extremely rare in children, but recovery is usually complete without surgery.^[6]

Diagnosis

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Treatment

The use of

Though a serious injury, the long-term consequences of a Jefferson's fracture are uncertain and may not impact longevity or abilities, even if untreated.[10] Conservative treatment with an immobilization device can produce excellent long-term recovery.^[11][12]

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