First Coccygeal Vertebra Dislocation Treated by Open Reduction and Internal Fixation
Journal of Korean Society of Spine Surgery
; : 55-58, 2017.
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STUDY DESIGN: Case report. OBJECTIVES: To report the effectiveness of open reduction and internal (screw) fixation treatment performed to treat dislocation of the first coccygeal vertebra. SUMMARY OF LITERATURE REVIEW: Most treatment methods for coccygeal dislocation were conservative treatment for acute coccygodynia and coccygectomy for chronic coccygodynia. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A 18-year-old female presented with severe coccygodynia due to a fall down the stairs. Computed tomography showed dislocation of the first coccygeal vertebra. We performed open reduction and internal fixation with a 4.0-mm shortthread cancellous screw with a washer, with no additional procedure for bone union. RESULTS: Union was achieved 10 weeks postoperatively. CONCLUSIONS: Open reduction and internal (screw) fixation can be a useful method for coccygeal vertebra dislocation.
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Spine
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Joint Dislocations
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Methods
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Adolescent
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Female
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Humans
Language:
Ko
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Journal of Korean Society of Spine Surgery
Year:
2017
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