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European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology

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01-07-2014 | Up-to date Review and Case Report

Atlantoaxial rotatory fixation in a child after bilateral otoplastic surgery

Authors: Ryoji Tauchi, Shiro Imagama, Zenya Ito, Kei Ando, Akio Muramoto, Hiroki Matsui, Tomohiro Matsumoto, Junichi Ukai, Kazuyoshi Kobayashi, Ryuichi Shinjo, Hiroaki Nakashima, Naoki Ishiguro

Published in: European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology | Special Issue 1/2014

Abstract

Atlantoaxial rotatory fixation (AARF), which is a dislocation or subluxation of the atlantoaxial joint, is a well-recognized condition in children. We present a case of AARF after otoplastic surgery for bilateral cryptotia performed by plastic surgeons. The pediatric patient presented with neck pain and torticollis after the surgery, and an orthopedic surgeon diagnosed AARF. The patient was treated successfully with conservative treatment incorporating mild manual manipulation, neck traction, and a collar for 1.5 months. Physicians should consider the possibility of AARF when a patient presents with neck pain and torticollis after otoplastic surgery; diagnosis and treatment should be started immediately.

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Title: Atlantoaxial rotatory fixation in a child after bilateral otoplastic surgery
Authors: Ryoji Tauchi
Shiro Imagama
Zenya Ito
Kei Ando
Akio Muramoto
Hiroki Matsui
Tomohiro Matsumoto
Junichi Ukai
Kazuyoshi Kobayashi
Ryuichi Shinjo
Hiroaki Nakashima
Naoki Ishiguro
Publication date: 01-07-2014
Publisher: Springer Paris
Published in: European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology / Issue Special Issue 1/2014
Print ISSN: 1633-8065
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1068
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00590-013-1254-6

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