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Study on variations of Foramen Transversarium in 7th cervical vertebrae in the region of Andhra Pradesh – A clinical approach

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Author Details : Shone V. Durge, Nidhi W. Durge, Sangita R. Gosavi

Volume : 3, Issue : 1, Year : 2017

Article Page : 21-23

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Abstract

Introduction: The anatomical knowledge of the variations in the Foramen transversarium of 7^th cervical vertebrae can be of immense importance to the neurologists, radiologist, orthopedic surgeons, physiotherapist, for making the right diagnosis and can serve as a helpful guide while performing various surgeries of neck region and for proper interpretation of X-rays and CT scans.
Aim: The present study has been undertaken to know the incidence of foramen transversarium in 7^th dried cervical vertebrae and the contents passing through it and its clinical significance.
Material and Method: A total number of 106 dried 7^thcervical vertebrae were studied.
Result and Discussion: In 36 seventh cervical vertebrae, variations in the Foramen transversarium were observed.

Keywords: Cervical vertebrae, Foramen transversarium, accessory, Bony specule, Cervical ganglion

How to cite : Durge S V, Durge N W, Gosavi S R, Study on variations of Foramen Transversarium in 7th cervical vertebrae in the region of Andhra Pradesh – A clinical approach. IP Indian J Anat Surg Head Neck Brain 2017;3(1):21-23

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