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International Journal of Anatomical Variations

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Parul Kaushal*
 
1 Department of Anatomy, Teaching Block (1st Floor), All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
 
*Correspondence: Parul Kaushal, PhD Student, Department of Anatomy, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Room number 1037, New Delhi-110029, India, Tel: +91 995 8323452, Email: parulkaushal7@gmail.com

Received: 30-Jul-2010 Accepted Date: Mar 18, 2011; Published: 08-Apr-2011

Citation: IJAV. 2011; 4: 67–68.

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Abstract

Isolated cases of partial agenesis of atlas were initially considered benign variations, without any clinical or pathological significance. However, there is increasing evidence that neurological symptoms may occur even after minor cervical trauma in subjects with defects in the posterior arch of the atlas. The present case study describes a rare case of median deficiency in the posterior arch of atlas vertebra. The knowledge of this benign variation is crucial as it may aid clinicians in correct management of subjects presenting with resolution of symptoms and avoid excessive investigations.

 
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