7 A comparison of 165 surgically and 157 conservatively treated patients with DFTII, showed a significantly better 30-day survival rate in the surgical group, along with a positive trend towards long-term superiority. 5 Moreover, patients who underwent surgical treatment demonstrated significantly better functional outcomes, as measured by the Neck Disability Index (NDI), compared to conservatively treated patients, and showed lower rates of non-unions. 6 When opting for surgical therapy, various procedures are available.
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Geriatric Type II Fractures of the Dens Axis: Biomechanical Superiority of a New Osteosynthesis Plate Compared to Common Anterior Screw Fixation.
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