Anderson and D'Alonzo analyzed 49 odontoid process fractures to develop a classification system based on fracture location. The study asks whether fracture level predicts healing potential and guides treatment selection.
Know this classification cold — every odontoid fracture you see will be described using this system. Type II fractures are your high-risk group for nonunion and often need surgical fixation, while Types I and III generally heal well with immobilization.
Anderson and D'Alonzo analyzed 49 odontoid process fractures to develop a classification system based on fracture location. The study asks whether fracture level predicts healing potential and guides treatment selection.
Know this classification cold — every odontoid fracture you see will be described using this system. Type II fractures are your high-risk group for nonunion and often need surgical fixation, while Types I and III generally heal well with immobilization.