Case Report - Surgical Management and Neurological Recovery in an 18-Year-Old Male with C4-C5 Cervical Spine Fracture
Introduction: Cervical spine fractures, particularly those at C4 and C5, are among the most serious forms of spinal injuries due to the involvement of the cervical spinal cord, which regulates motor and sensory pathways throughout the body. Case Report: This report presents an 18-year-old male who s...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Indian Orthopaedic Research Group
2025-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports |
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| Online Access: | https://jocr.co.in/wp/2025/07/01/case-report-surgical-management-and-neurological-recovery-in-an-18-year-old-male-with-c4-c5-cervical-spine-fracture/ |
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| Summary: | Introduction:
Cervical spine fractures, particularly those at C4 and C5, are among the most serious forms of spinal injuries due to the involvement of the cervical spinal cord, which regulates motor and sensory pathways throughout the body.
Case Report:
This report presents an 18-year-old male who sustained fractures at the C4 and C5 levels after a traumatic fall, resulting in complete motor loss (0/5) and partial sensation (1/2) in both upper and lower limbs. Following posterior decompression and stabilization from C3 to C5, his neurological function improved: upper limb strength increased to 3/5, lower limb strength to 1/5, and sensory function was fully restored in both limbs (2/2).
Conclusion:
This case highlights the potential for recovery after timely surgical intervention in severe cervical spine injuries. |
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| ISSN: | 2250-0685 2321-3817 |