Transoral resection of retro-odontoid disc sequestration: case report and review of the literature.

J Clin Neurosci

Department of Neurosurgery, Neuropathology and Neuroradiology, Royal Brisbane Hospital, Herston, 4029, Australia.

Published: July 2000

A rare case of retro-odontoid disc sequestration causing significant cord compression and progressive neurological deterioration is presented. The clinical history, radiology, treatment and pathogenesis of the case are described, along with a review of the relevant literature.

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