odontoid process

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odontoid process [ō′dän‚tȯid ‚prä·səs]

(anatomy)

A toothlike projection on the anterior surface of the axis vertebra with which the atlas articulates.

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Odontoid process and C1-C2 corrective ostcotomy through a posterior approach: Technical case report.

The carotid-vertebral space: an 'extended' lateral window to the ... by Carrau, Ricardo / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal

Rupture of the transverse ligaments and erosions of the odontoid process can lead to atlanto-axial subluxation of the neck.

Rheumatoid arthritis: status of drug therapies by Williams, H. James / Physical Therapy

Hypoplasia/dysplasia of the odontoid process and dysplasia at C4, C5, and L1 were also noted.

Spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita associated with conductive ... by Megerian, Cliff A. / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal

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