Mortality of non-operatively treated Type II odontoid fractures in the elderly: Does modality matter?

Objectives and questions: Type II odontoid fractures have been thought to be associated with increased mortality. Considering this, the current goldstandard in literature remains surgery. Until today non operative treatment still remains controversial because of a high non-union rate. The purpose [for full text, please go to the a.m. URL]

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German Medical Science (German Research Foundation)
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2025-10-31
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https://doi.org/10.3205/25dkou585
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Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques
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Mortality of non-operatively treated Type II odontoid fractures in the elderly: Does modality matter?

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Spinal Fractures and Fixation Techniques
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Mortality of non-operatively treated Type II odontoid fractures in the elderly: Does modality matter?

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Objectives and questions: Type II odontoid fractures have been thought to be associated with increased mortality. Considering this, the current goldstandard in literature remains surgery. Until today non operative treatment still remains controversial because of a high non-union rate. The purpose [for full text, please go to the a.m. URL]

German Medical Science (German Research Foundation)
Auckland City Hospital (NZ)
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