USE OF AXIAL AND SUBAXIAL TRANSLAMINAR SCREW FIXATION IN THE MANAGEMENT OF UPPER CERVICAL SPINAL INSTABILITY IN A SERIES OF 7 CHILDREN

Abstract

To our knowledge, this report represents the only series of pediatric patients treated with axial and subaxial translaminar screws. This series shows that axial and subaxial translaminar screw fixation is a viable option for upper cervical spinal fusion in children. The technique is safe and results in adequate fixation with high fusion rates and minimal complications.