Levine–Edwards — Hangman’s (Traumatic Spondylolisthesis of Axis)
Type I: 3 mm and/or angulation (disc injury) — traction/halo or surgery. Type IIa: flexion–distraction variant (marked angulation). Type III: with C2–3 facet dislocation — unstable, surgical.
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10What is the primary mechanism of injury for a Hangman's fracture?
mcqWhich type of Levine-Edwards classification indicates a stable injury with less than 3 mm of translation?
mcqIn a Type II Hangman's fracture, what is the status of the C2-C3 disc?
mcqWhat is the recommended initial treatment for a Type I Hangman's fracture?
mcqWhat distinguishes a Type IIa from a Type II Hangman's fracture?
mcqWhich type of Hangman's fracture is characterized by C2-C3 facet dislocation?
mcqWhat is the union rate for Type I Hangman's fractures treated with a collar?
mcqWhich ligament is primarily intact in a Type I Hangman's fracture?
mcqWhat is the typical follow-up imaging duration for patients with Type I Hangman's fractures?
mcqWhat is the surgical treatment recommended for a failed halo vest reduction in a Type II Hangman's fracture?